Director of Private Villas

About the role

The Director of Private Villas will lead the One&Only Aethesis Private Homes component, reporting to the resort General Manager. This senior position combines hospitality excellence with property‑management expertise to deliver the brand’s ultra‑luxury experience for owners and rental guests.

Key responsibilities

• Oversee front‑of‑house operations within the Private Homes portfolio, ensuring brand‑standard service and high owner/guest satisfaction.
• Maintain harmonious use of common facilities among owners, hotel guests and resort staff, proactively addressing potential issues.
• Manage day‑to‑day operations of the Residential Home Owners Association, ensuring compliance with local legislation and One&Only policies.
• Coordinate and facilitate quarterly HOA meetings and the annual general meeting in line with governance best practices.
• Conduct regular property walkthroughs with Engineering, Housekeeping and Security to guarantee maintenance standards and preventive‑maintenance processes.
• Ensure health, safety and legal compliance across all private residences.
• Develop and implement rental‑program strategies in partnership with the Global Private Homes office.

Required profile

• Extensive background in luxury hospitality and property management.
• Proven experience managing high‑end residential or villa portfolios.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to collaborate with senior resort executives and global teams.
• In‑depth knowledge of local property legislation and HOA governance.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional guest experiences while overseeing operational efficiency.

Required skills

• Property management
• HOA administration
• Health & safety compliance
• Facility and housekeeping oversight
• Legal and regulatory compliance
• Rental program development
• Stakeholder coordination