Description
This is a super senior role for aknowledgeable housekeeper with good laundry experience - who has a passion for clothes care. Working as part of a super team on a very good quality private estate - the household seeks an experienced Wardrobe Specialist/ Laundress to oversee the care, organisation, and presentation of all clothing, footwear, andaccessories for the Principals. This role requires exceptional attention to detail, a deepknowledge of garment care for luxury and specialist fabrics, and the ability to anticipateneeds in a fast-paced, discreet environment. The successful candidate will ensure that allwardrobes are immaculate, fully stocked, and maintained to the highest possible standard.
Key Responsibilities
Garment Care & Laundering
- Expert cleaning, laundering, steaming, pressing, and spot-treating of all garments,
including delicate and couture items.
- Identification and appropriate care of specialist textiles such as silk, cashmere, suede,
leather, linen, lace, knitwear, and embellished pieces.
- Coordination of dry-cleaning services, ensuring correct handling and tracking of all
items.
- Minor clothing repairs, mending, and basic alterations; liaison with tailors or
specialist repairers when required.
- Regular inspection and preventative care to prolong garment life and retain pristine
condition.
Wardrobe Management
- Organisation, cataloguing, and rotation of seasonal wardrobes across multiple
residences as necessary.
- Continual checking, refreshing, and maintaining of all clothing, footwear, and
accessories.
- Ensure all wardrobes are tidy, well-presented, and intuitively arranged for ease of use
by the Principals.
- Management and care of footwear including polishing, cleaning, weatherproofing,
and arranging for resoling or specialist repair.
- Monitoring of any issues such as wear, damage, or items requiring replacement.
Travel Preparation
- Full preparation and packing for international and domestic travel, including
formalwear, casual attire, sportswear, accessories, footwear, and personal essentials.
- Creation of packing lists and outfit planning when required.
- Coordination with household staff and travel teams to ensure all items are transported
safely and in perfect condition.
- Management of unpacking and wardrobe setup at travel destinations where needed.
Stock Management
- Maintain and replenish all personal stocks, including medical supplies, toiletries,
cosmetics, grooming products, and travel essentials.
- Track expiry dates and product rotation.
- Anticipate upcoming needs and manage discreet purchasing proactively.
Household Integration
- Work collaboratively with other household staff including housekeepers, personal
assistants, and estate managers to ensure seamless service.
- Uphold strict confidentiality and maintain an understanding of the Principals’
preferences, styles, and routines.
- Provide occasional support with personal shopping, gifting, or specialist procurement.
Key Skills & Requirements
- Extensive experience in private households, luxury fashion care, couture garment
handling, or high-end laundry services.
- Strong knowledge of specialist fabrics, stain treatment, garment construction, and
finishing techniques.
- Excellent organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple wardrobes and
maintain immaculate standards.
- High discretion, professionalism, and understanding of private family life.
- Ability to anticipate needs and work proactively with minimal supervision.
- Flexibility for occasional travel and out-of-hours requirements.
- Full UK driving licence and DBS check required.
Personal Attributes
- Meticulous attention to detail.
- Calm, methodical, and efficient.
- Trustworthy, discreet, and respectful of privacy.
- Service-oriented with a “can-do” approach.
- Proactive and able to think several steps ahead.