Castle Manager – Luxury Heritage Property

About the role

The Castle Manager will be the central figure of a newly opened luxury historic castle in Ireland’s Midlands, delivering ultra‑luxury, private‑guest experiences. This senior position blends hospitality leadership, guest‑centric service, and stewardship of a unique heritage property.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations across accommodation, dining, grounds and events.
• Be present for pivotal guest moments, from arrival through dinner to departure.
• Lead pre‑arrival guest profiling and design bespoke itineraries.
• Maintain immaculate presentation and operational standards throughout the property.
• Recruit, coach and develop a small, cross‑trained elite team.
• Build relationships with luxury travel advisors and local partners.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory, safety and quality standards.

Required profile

• 3‑4+ years senior leadership in luxury hospitality, preferably in a castle, country house or ultra‑luxury boutique setting.
• Demonstrated emotional intelligence, discretion and calm under pressure.
• Experience with Forbes 5‑Star, LQA or Michelin 3‑Keys standards is a strong advantage.
• Background in pre‑opening properties or exclusive‑use venues is desirable.

Required skills