Under Butler
Overview
Our client, a prominent private family based in Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region of Iraq, is seeking an experienced Under Butler for their newly built 10-bedroom villa. With established business interests in construction, brick manufacturing, and cement, the family is well regarded across the region and maintains an international outlook, with property investments in Europe and a London-based eldest son.
The residence is a high-spec private villa, and the family is assembling a professional household team to operate to international standards. The role includes private on-site accommodation and full visa sponsorship at no cost. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for an experienced private household professional seeking a well-compensated position with a forward-thinking family.
Reports To: Head Butler
Role Purpose: Deliver exemplary front-of-house service to the family and guests, supporting the Head Butler with all daily operations and events.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the Under Butler in Iraq include:
- Provide personal and table service for all meals and beverages, including formal silver service when required.
- Prepare table settings, buffet layouts and bar set-ups in accordance with established household standards.
- Assist with guest arrival and departure, including door greeting, luggage coordination with drivers and refreshment service.
- Support wardrobe and packing tasks for family travel when requested, working alongside the designated laundry and wardrobe housekeeper.
- Cross-train to cover basic housekeeping checks in all guest-facing areas and provide support during events, emergencies or staff absence.
- Raise any maintenance issues promptly with the Maintenance Supervisor.
- Assist with weekly, six-monthly and annual audit checks on all front-of-house assets, in coordination with the Head Butler.
Candidates must be/have:
- Have previous butler or personal service experience in a luxury private household, five-star hotel or superyacht environment.
- Present impeccably and demonstrate exceptional grooming and professional communication standards at all times.
- Be highly flexible with working hours and willing to adapt duties as required.
- Have a good working knowledge of wines, spirits and beverages; knowledge of mixology is beneficial but not essential.
- Be exceptionally attentive to detail and deeply committed to discretion and confidentiality.
- Have experience assisting at large private events of up to 100 guests.
- Be comfortable in a cross-cultural environment and fluent in English (Arabic advantageous).
- Be physically fit and present to a high standard at all times.
- Be willing to live on-site and work collaboratively as part of a professional household team; candidates new to Iraq are preferred.
Hours
Six days per week on a rotating schedule; approximately 8–10 hours per day.
Flexibility is required, including evenings and weekends.
Overtime worked will be compensated in lieu days when the family is not in residence.
Location
Sulaymaniyah, Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Private on-site accommodation within the secure villa compound is provided at no cost to the employee, along with full visa sponsorship and flights as agreed.
Salary
$40,000 USD per annum (net, tax-free).
Benefits include 30 days’ annual leave, comprehensive medical insurance, and a return flight home. Each candidate will be required to undergo a medical examination upon arrival. The package also provides private on-site accommodation, all meals while on duty, full visa sponsorship, and agreed flights at the start and end of employment.
Job ref
CP1017: Under Butler for private villa in Sulaymaniyah, Iraq.
⚠ Travel & Safety Advisory: Sulaymaniyah is located in the Kurdistan Region of Iraq. Candidates are strongly advised to review the latest official travel guidance issued by their government before applying or accepting an offer. UK nationals should consult: www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice/iraq. The employer will provide visa sponsorship, on-site accommodation within a secure villa compound, and a full security briefing prior to commencement.
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