Live-in Housekeeper/Assistant

Live-in Housekeeper/Assistant


Company
Exclusive Household Staff
Location
Sharjah
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
1 day ago
Via
via Trabajo.org

Job Description
Housekeeper / Assistant
Location:
Dubai, UAE
Salary:
Circa AED 16,000 per month
Schedule:
6 days per week (approx. 8 hours per day, with flexibility required)
Accommodation:
Separate private one-bedroom apartment provided
Job Reference:
EHS #9140
Overview
An UHNW couple based in Dubai are seeking a professional, discreet, and highly organised Housekeeper / Assistant to support within their brand-new private villa.
The role will primarily focus on supporting the female principal, combining hands‑on housekeeping duties with personal assistant responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities
Full housekeeping duties to a high standard
Wardrobe management and organisation
Diary management, including booking appointments and coordinating schedules
Travel coordination, including bookings and detailed itinerary planning (essential)
Managing travel documentation and requirements, with a strong understanding of Ukrainian passport regulations and restrictions (essential)
Assisting with visa applications as required
Supporting with personal administrative tasks (e.g. driving licence processes and other private matters)
Candidate Requirements
Fluent in English and Russian/Ukrainian
Proven experience in a similar Housekeeper / Assistant role within a private household
Strong knowledge of Ukrainian travel regulations and requirements
Highly organised, proactive, and adaptable
Discreet and professional at all times
Flexible with working hours and able to adapt to changing schedules
Additional Information
Flexibility is essential: working hours may vary depending on the principals’ needs (some days lighter, others longer, particularly during special occasions)
Excellent accommodation provided: a spacious, private one-bedroom apartment with kitchen, bathroom, and balcony (not shared)

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As per the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation, the minimum salary for carpenters holding skilled work permits in the UAE is AED 4,000 per month as of 1 January 2026, with overtime paid at 1.25 times the hourly rate after 8 hours daily. Employers must deposit this amount into a UAE bank account registered with the Wages Protection System.
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