Patricia Schaefer

International private-residence and property-operations professional with 15+ years managing high-end residences, renovations and bespoke services for international owners in Buenos Aires, Punta del Este and Paris. Experienced in coordinating household teams, external service providers, maintenance, works, refurbishment, budgets, expenses, procurement and residence readiness. Combines interior-design expertise, commercial judgement and luxury service standards with discretion, anticipation, autonomy and a hands-on approach.

Fluent in English and Spanish; based in central Paris.

Founder & Managing Director - Private Property & Client Services at Consiliarum Group (2008 – Present)

• Manage high-end residential properties and bespoke projects for international owners across Buenos Aires, Punta del Este and selected assignments in Paris.
• Ensure the smooth day-to-day operation and readiness of residences, coordinating maintenance, contractors, specialist suppliers, security and household staff across integrated operations and individual projects.
• Lead renovations and interior projects from planning to completion, overseeing quotations, procurement, logistics, budgets, timelines and final quality control; managed a EUR 180,000 residential renovation in Recoleta, Buenos Aires.
• Prepare residences ahead of owners' arrivals, monitor expenditure and project progress, and provide clear updates while anticipating operational and personal requirements.
• Delivered a Paris residential renovation assignment as site supervisor under Consiliarum, coordinating contractors, suppliers, schedules, procurement and execution quality.
• Build and manage trusted networks of architects, artisans, designers and suppliers; source furniture, decorative objects and project materials while handling confidential and time-sensitive matters autonomously.

Boutique Launch & Operations Manager at ASTREA London - Hôtel Lutetia (2026-06 – 2026-08)

• Coordinated launch-phase operations inside a five-star hotel, including inventory, suppliers, installations, visual standards, security and daily operational readiness.
• Supported private-event planning and managed practical issues and multiple stakeholders in a discreet, client-facing environment requiring accuracy and rapid problem-solving.

Sales Associate at TOD'S - Le Bon Marché (2024-03 – 2026-06)

• Delivered highly personalised service to international and high-value clients, building long-term relationships through discretion, proactive follow-up and consistent reliability.
• Consistently exceeded individual targets while maintaining rigorous standards across clienteling, stock, inventory, visual presentation and after-sales service.

International Sourcing & Supplier Coordination at China Trade Services (2002 – 2008)

• Managed supplier selection, commercial negotiations, production, quality control and international logistics undercost and deadline constraints.
• Operated independently across cultures, resolving complex issues and maintaining reliable long-term supplier relationships.

Customer Relationship Manager - First Class & Special Services at British Airways (1994 – 2002)

• Managed VIP, First and Executive Class clients and coordinated complex travel logistics and sensitive, time-critical requests across passengers, airport operations, cabin crew and international teams.
• Handled service recovery and last-minute operational changes with discretion and composure; recognised with an Award for Excellence in customer service.

Bachelor's Degree in Marketing

Licensed in Real Estate Broker & Auctioneer