Household Manager, Personal Assistant

Hakim AFFAN

A senior private service professional with extensive experience operating in high-trust environments supporting Heads of State, Royal Families, CEOs Corporates and UHNW principals. Known for maintaining full operational control across private residences, hospitality estates, and protocol-sensitive engagements where discretion, timing, and precision are critical.

WHAT I BRING
• Operational control across environments where details matter and mistakes are not visible.
• The ability to manage people, vendors, and daily activities without creating noise or disruption.
• A strong sense of responsibility in maintaining readiness, structure, and consistency every day.
• Experience working around high-profile individuals where privacy, timing, and judgment are critical.
• A calm, hands-on approach focused on anticipating needs rather than reacting to problems.

WHAT I UNDERSTAND
A private residence is not a business it is a personal space. The role is not to manage visibly, but to ensure everything works quietly in the background. I understand that trust is built through Consistency, discretion, and the ability to handle matters without escalation. The household must feel effortless for the principal, even when the operations behind it are complex.

WHAT I HAVE LEARNED
I have not held the title of Estate Manager in a traditional sense, but I have operated in roles that demand the same level of control, awareness, and accountability. Handled head of state visits and CEO-level engagements, ensuring full coordination, discretion, and flawless execution. Managed sensitive, high-level arrangements requiring precision, confidentiality, and immediate response.

WHAT I OFFER
• A residence that runs quietly, efficiently, and consistently to a high standard.
• Full oversight of main residence and guest house, including maintenance planning, property condition, and year-round readiness.
• Direct management of vendors, contractors, and service providers with strong control and accountability.
• Structured coordination of household staff and daily operations to ensure smooth, uninterrupted flow.
• Organized control of systems, records, inventories, and budgets with a focus on efficiency and cost awareness.
• Support in property improvements, renovations, and overall estate upkeep, including safety and security oversight.

BACKGROUND
Commercial Leader: Shangri-La Group | Mulia Group | ACCOR Group | The Dharmawangsa
General Manager: The Patra Bali Resorts & Villas

CORE STRENGTHS
Household Operations | Staff Supervision | Daily Coordination | Calendar Management | Travel Coordination | Vendor & Contractor Coordination | Principal Support | Household Readiness | Errands & Personal Assistance | Vehicle Coordination | Home & Office Organization | Cleanliness & Maintenance Standards | Discretion & Confidentiality | Problem-Solving | Adaptability

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