Job Description

Job Title: Personal Wardrobe Assistant in Manhattan, NY

Location: Manhattan, NY

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview:
An Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) family based in Manhattan is seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Personal Wardrobe Assistant to join their established wardrobe team. This role is ideal for a candidate with a strong eye for fashion, exceptional organizational abilities, and experience handling luxury garments. The position will evolve to include domestic and international travel.

The client is only considering candidates who have worked in a private home and previously for a private UHNW family in a Wardrobe capacity. Stylists, Retail Associates and Influencers are not the background this client is looking for. Please be mindful of these requirements before applying to this position. Additionally, the  client is only considering local NY candidates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform daily wardrobe care, including steaming, ironing, folding, and organizing garments to the highest standard
• Maintain and manage extensive wardrobe inventories, including couture and high-value clothing collections
• Track and prioritize the principal’s “favorite” and frequently worn items, ensuring they are always prepared and readily available
• Stage outfits and coordinate wardrobe selections for daily wear, events, and travel
• Pack and unpack large volumes of clothing efficiently and meticulously for trips
• Assist with personal shopping, both in-store at exclusive boutiques and online
• Build and maintain strong relationships with preferred designers, boutiques, and luxury retail partners
• Coordinate fittings, transport garments to tailors and seamstresses, and oversee alterations
• Continuously refresh the wardrobe by sourcing new pieces aligned with the principal’s style

Schedule:

• Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
• Flexibility required for weekends and travel as needed

Qualifications:

• Proven experience working with luxury wardrobes or in a similar role
• Strong knowledge of high-end fashion, designers, and garment care techniques
• Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to handle delicate and couture garments with care and discretion
• Experience with wardrobe inventory systems or tracking methods preferred
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build relationships with vendors and retail partners
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced, high-demand environment
• Willingness and availability to travel

Compensation:

• $150,000 - $170,000, commensurate with experience
• Additional benefits to be discussed during the interview process

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