Full-Time Wardrobe Specialist / Laundress Job – Private Country Estate, Cotswolds
A prestigious private household based on a private country estate in the Cotswolds is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Wardrobe Specialist / Laundress to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.
This is a senior-level wardrobe role requiring exceptional attention to detail, expert knowledge of luxury garment care, and the ability to manage and present extensive wardrobes to the highest standard. The successful candidate will oversee all clothing, footwear, and accessories for the Principals, ensuring everything is immaculate, well organised, and prepared in advance of daily requirements and travel.
Duties to include:
Garment care and laundry
1. Expert laundering, cleaning, steaming, pressing, and spot-treating of all garments, including delicate, luxury, and couture items
2. Confident identification and correct care of specialist fabrics including silk, cashmere, suede, leather, linen, lace, knitwear, and embellished pieces
3. Coordinating dry-cleaning services and tracking all items
4. Carrying out minor repairs, mending, and basic alterations, and liaising with tailors or specialist repairers when required
5. Regular inspection and preventative care to preserve garments and prolong their lifespan
Wardrobe management
6. Organising, cataloguing, and rotating seasonal wardrobes, including across multiple residences when required
7. Maintaining all wardrobes so they are tidy, well presented, and intuitively arranged
8. Ongoing checking and refreshing of clothing, footwear, and accessories
9. Managing footwear care including cleaning, polishing, weatherproofing, and arranging resoling or specialist repairs
10. Monitoring wear, damage, and items requiring replacement
Travel preparation
11. Full preparation and packing for domestic and international travel, including outfit planning where required
12. Creating packing lists and coordinating with household staff and travel teams
13. Managing unpacking and wardrobe setup at travel destinations when necessary
Stock management
14. Managing and replenishing personal stocks including toiletries, cosmetics, grooming products, medical supplies, and travel essentials
15. Monitoring expiry dates and stock rotation
16. Anticipating future needs and managing discreet purchasing proactively
Household integration
17. Working closely with other household staff including housekeepers, personal assistants, and estate management
18. Maintaining strict confidentiality and discretion at all times
19. Developing a strong understanding of the Principals’ preferences, routines, and personal style
20. Providing occasional assistance with personal shopping, gifting, or specialist procurement
The ideal candidate will be highly organised, proactive, and confident working independently within a private household environment. You must demonstrate flexibility to meet the demands of the role, including seasonal workload changes and occasional travel.
Location: Private country estate, Cotswolds
Position: Full-time, permanent
Hours: As required, with flexibility depending on seasonal demands and travel
Requirements:
21. Extensive experience in a similar role within a private household or luxury environment
22. Excellent knowledge of high-end garment care and specialist fabrics
23. High level of discretion and professionalism
24. Ability to anticipate needs and work with minimal supervision
25. Flexible approach to hours and travel
26. Full UK driving licence and enhanced DBS required
If you are not already registered with Greycoat Lumleys, please send your CV to your consultant.