Fabrice Mesnier
Saarburg
Summary
Results-driven Estate Manager and Chief of Staff with over 20 years of international experience in luxury property management and leading multinational teams. Proven expertise in private property administration, construction management, human resources, budgeting, and project management. Adept at managing multiple high-value properties worldwide while ensuring operational efficiency. Trilingual professional (German, French, English) with working knowledge of Luxembourgish.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Estate Manager / Chief of Staff
Private UHNWI
07.2014 - 01.2025
- Responsible for managing 12 luxury properties worldwide (Ireland, France, USA) with a portfolio value of €70 million.
- Successfully handled litigation for construction defects, securing €14 million in damages.
- Led an international team of 20+ employees.
- Created and managed operational budgets for all properties.
- Ensured compliance with legal health and safety measures.
- Conducted disciplinary proceedings and supported the employer in legal matters.
- Developed household manuals, technical guides, and cleaning checklists.
- Expertise in construction and renovation: represented the owner in all phases, from tendering to completion.
Senior Property Manager
Single Family Office
10.2012 - 04.2014
- Oversaw the construction of a 1,600 m² luxury chalet in a French ski resort.
- Managed an extensive private real estate portfolio worth €100 million.
- Developed a marketing plan and annual budget for the property.
- Planned and organized HR to successfully rent the chalet to high-networth individuals (HNWI).
- Recruited and hired a management team.
- Analyzed real estate markets for further acquisitions and conducted due diligence.
Operations Manager - Gastronomy
AKA Sushi Restaurant
12.2009 - 10.2012
- Successfully launched and managed high-end sushi restaurant
- Led team of 30 employees with €1.8M annual revenue
- Implemented operational systems and quality control measures
Founder & Managing Director
Mesnier Services Provence
01.2006 - 12.2009
- Founded a property management company in a luxury golf resort.
- Responsible for all aspects of the business, including client acquisition, service delivery and supervision, personnel management, and accounting.
Early Career Highlights
Compass Group PLC, TGI Friday's, Coyote Café
01.1998 - 01.2006
- Successfully opened and managed multiple restaurant locations
- Developed expertise in operational management and brand standards implementation
Education
Studied Law - Law
University of Saarland
Saarbrücken09-1997
High School Diploma -
German-French High School
Saarbrücken, Germany06-1993
Skills
- Budget Management
- Operational Efficiency
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
Property Management
Construction Management
- Contract Negotiation
- Stakeholder Relations
- Team Leadership
- Compliance Management
- Multilingual Communication
Human Resources
Languages
French
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
German
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Estate Manager / Chief of Staff
Private UHNWI
07.2014 - 01.2025
Senior Property Manager
Single Family Office
10.2012 - 04.2014
Operations Manager - Gastronomy
AKA Sushi Restaurant
12.2009 - 10.2012
Founder & Managing Director
Mesnier Services Provence
01.2006 - 12.2009
Early Career Highlights
Compass Group PLC, TGI Friday's, Coyote Café
01.1998 - 01.2006
Studied Law - Law
University of Saarland
High School Diploma -
German-French High School
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