Now placing worldwide — 40+ countries

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private staff.

Published pricing. 12-day average placement. No retainer games. The agency experience, rebuilt for people who value their time.

listique — placement
$ listique search "private chef"
Role: Private Chef
Location: Belgravia, SW1
Salary: £65–80k
Shortlist: 3 candidates
Time: 8 days
$ listique place
🔒 DBS Enhanced Checked
📋 5-Year References
12-Day Avg. Placement
🛡️ 12-Week Guarantee
🌍 40+ Countries
📱 WhatsApp Updates
500+
Placements Made
12
Day Avg. Placement
40+
Countries
96%
Retention Rate
We started Listique because hiring household staff shouldn't feel like buying a used car. Hidden fees. Opaque processes. Weeks of radio silence. The industry was built for a world that no longer exists. We kept the rigour — deep vetting, personality matching, white-glove service — and killed the bullshit. Published pricing. Real-time updates. 12-day shortlists. Same exceptional staff. Modern experience.
— Backed by 13 years & 500+ placements via Irving Scott

Not your parents' recruitment agency.

Six things we do differently — and why they matter.

💰

Published Pricing

18% for permanent. 22% retained. Day rates for temp. No negotiations, no surprises, no "let me check with my manager." You know what it costs before we speak. Radical transparency shouldn't be radical.

12d

Average to Shortlist

First vetted candidates in your inbox. Most agencies take 6–8 weeks. We move fast because our network is deep.

96%

Retention Rate

Our placements stick because we match on personality, not just CV keywords.

🧬

Personality Matching

Skills are table stakes. We match on character, energy, household dynamics, and cultural fit.

💬

WhatsApp Comms

Real-time updates. Voice notes. Quick decisions. Not email chains that take 3 days.

🔍

Deep Vetting

5-year history. Enhanced DBS. Right-to-work verified. Two direct references minimum. No shortcuts, ever.

🛡️

Replacement Guarantee

If it doesn't work out in the first 12 weeks, we replace them free. 16 weeks on retained searches.

Every role. One agency.

From live-in butlers to travel nannies to yacht crew. If they work in a private household, we place them.

Private Chef £45–90k Butler / House Manager £50–85k Nanny £35–70k Estate Manager £55–120k Housekeeper £30–55k Chauffeur £35–55k Personal Assistant £40–80k Domestic Couple £55–90k Private Chef £45–90k Butler / House Manager £50–85k Nanny £35–70k Estate Manager £55–120k Housekeeper £30–55k Chauffeur £35–55k Personal Assistant £40–80k Domestic Couple £55–90k
Governess £40–75k Security / CPO £60–120k Lady's Maid £35–50k Yacht Crew €40–100k Property Manager £45–80k Family Office £50–150k Maternity Nurse £250–400/night Travel Nanny £350–600/day Governess £40–75k Security / CPO £60–120k Lady's Maid £35–50k Yacht Crew €40–100k Property Manager £45–80k Family Office £50–150k Maternity Nurse £250–400/night Travel Nanny £350–600/day

Traditional agencies are stuck in 2005.

We kept everything that works. Killed everything that doesn't.

FeatureTraditional AgencyListique
Pricing "Call us to discuss" Published on site
First shortlist 4–8 weeks 12 days average
Communication Email chains, voicemail WhatsApp, real-time
Vetting depth CV + 1 reference 5-year history + DBS
Personality fit "We'll try our best" Structured matching
Replacement Extra fee or 4 weeks Free — 12 weeks
International reach London centric 40+ countries
Progress tracking "We'll be in touch" Real-time updates

Five steps. Zero friction.

From first message to placed candidate. Here's what it actually looks like.

01

Brief

15-minute call or a WhatsApp message. Tell us what you need — role, personality, budget, timeline. We'll tell you if we can deliver, and how fast.

Day 1
02

Search & Sourcing

We activate our network — 13 years of candidates, referrals, and confidential placements. Active headhunting for specialist roles.

Days 2–8
03

Shortlist

3–5 vetted candidates presented with full profiles, verified references, and our honest assessment of fit. No filler candidates to pad numbers.

Days 10–12
04

Interview & Trial

We coordinate everything. In-person, video, or trial days — whatever works for your household. We prep candidates so they arrive ready.

Days 13–18
05

Placement & Aftercare

Offer support, contract guidance, onboarding tips, and 12-week follow-up calls. We're invested in it working — our guarantee depends on it.

Day 20+

See what you'd actually pay.

Enter a salary. We'll show you our fee vs. the industry average.

Industry Average (22–25%)
£—
Listique (18%)
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Real placements. Real timelines.

No fluff. Here's what actually happened.

01
Full Household — Dubai
UHNW family relocating from Kensington needed chef, nanny, housekeeper, and driver all in place before arrival. Chef needed Middle Eastern + European; nanny needed fluent French.
5wk
4 Roles
100%
Retained

"They had our entire team in place before we'd even finished unpacking."

02
Estate Couple — Cotswolds
Grade I listed 200-acre estate. Owner had been through 3 agencies and 4 couples in 2 years. We spent a full day understanding why placements failed — then matched on temperament, not just skills.
4wk
Placed
7yr
Still There

"Previous agencies sent people who ticked boxes. They sent people who understood."

03
48hr Chef — State Dinner
Mayfair chef resigned without notice, 2 days before a diplomatic dinner for 16 including ambassadors and a cabinet minister. Six-course menu at diplomatic standard, 48 hours.
6hr
Placed
18mo
Still There

"I have no idea how they found someone that good that fast."

04
Travel Nanny — 5 Countries
Family across London, Geneva, Verbier, Sardinia, and New York. Previous nanny burned out after 18 months. We searched for mobility patterns, not just childcare skills.
6wk
Placed
3 lang
Fluent

"She's given our children a sense of home we couldn't provide on our own."

05
Tech Founder's First Hire
Series B founder, 30s, first time employing staff. Other agencies were "too Downton Abbey." We did a lifestyle consultation, not a staffing brief. Recommended a house manager, not a housekeeper.
3wk
Placed
+2
Staff Added

"I didn't know what I needed. They figured it out."

Your story next?
Every household is different. Tell us what you need and we'll tell you exactly how we'd approach it — no commitment, no fee until we deliver.
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Don't take our word for it.

Real feedback from real clients.

★★★★★
"We instructed two agencies — within 6 weeks they found a wonderful butler who was perfect for the role. Since then, we only choose them. They stand out from the other agencies. They save us time and are great communicators."
Beatrice S. — London · Google
★★★★★
"They have been amazing since we started to be their clients. They really make sure we get the best people coming to us for our events. Our parties would not have been so successful without their help."
Alexandra T. — London · Google
★★★★★
"Boutique consultancy at its best. They really bother to comprehend and analyse the candidate personality, skills and inner self — going far beyond the CV. Honest feedback and counsel, straight to the point."
Senior Professional — London · Trustpilot
★★★★★
"I've placed in two roles through them — both were frankly the best clients and jobs I've had to date. They were transparent and honest about the requirements. Their professionalism, due diligence and care is second to none."
Ainhoa — Barcelona/London · Google
★★★★★
"Fantastic, wonderful and professional as well as personal, the perfect agency as a client. Very trustworthy, honest and reliable 24/7... Super!"
VIP Family — London · Trustpilot
★★★★★
"Found us a housekeeper quickly and with a high standard of professionalism. Their service is first class and the housekeeper they sent us is absolutely wonderful: efficient, reliable, well working."
Private Household — London · Trustpilot

Transparent. Always.

No hidden fees. No retainer traps. You pay when we deliver.

Temporary
Day Rate
Agency day rate plus candidate pay. Perfect for events, holidays, maternity cover, and trial periods.
  • No minimum commitment
  • Same vetting standard
  • Available within 48 hours
  • Temp-to-perm conversion available
Retained Search
22%
For senior or rare roles. Dedicated consultant, exclusive search, priority network access.
  • Dedicated consultant assigned
  • Exclusive candidate access
  • Weekly progress reports
  • Extended 16-week guarantee
  • Bespoke candidate briefs

35 open positions right now.

Real roles. Real salaries. Updated daily.

Live-in Couple — SW France
€3.5–4k/mo ea
Dordogne, France
Live-inUrgent
Travelling Butler — UHNW
£70–85k
London / International
Live-inUrgent
UHNW Nanny
£50–60k
Belgravia, London
Live-outUrgent
Maternity Nurse
£1.2–1.5k/wk
Richmond, London
Live-inUrgent
Head Butler
£65–75k
Mayfair, London
Live-out
Private PA / Lifestyle Manager
AED 15–20k/mo
Dubai
Live-out
Private Chef — Dubai Hills
AED 15–20k/mo
Dubai
Live-out
Live-in Housekeeper — Ibiza
€3–3.5k/mo
Ibiza, Spain
Live-in
Estate Manager — Oxfordshire
£70–90k
Oxfordshire
Live-in
Estate Manager — Med Portfolio
€80–100k
South of France / International
Live-in
PA / Multi-Property Manager
£60–80k
Belgravia, London
Live-out
PA / Chief of Staff — International
£75–95k
London / International
Live-out
Domestic Couple — Marbella
€3.5–4.5k/mo ea
Marbella, Spain
Live-in
Domestic Couple — Hampshire
£35–40k ea
Hampshire
Live-in
Governess — Holland Park
£50–60k
Holland Park, London
Live-out
Governess — International UHNW
£55–65k
London / Monaco / Travel
Live-in
Live-in Nanny — Geneva
CHF 6–7.5k/mo
Geneva, Switzerland
Live-in
Nanny-Housekeeper
£40–48k
Richmond, London
Live-out
Weekend Nanny-Housekeeper
£250–300/day
Notting Hill, London
Daily
Private Chef — Notting Hill
£55–65k
Notting Hill, London
Live-out
Private Chef — Dubai (Multiple)
AED 12–18k/mo
Dubai
Live-out
Private Chef — Al Barari
AED 12–15k/mo
Dubai
Live-out
Chauffeur — Knightsbridge
£40–48k
Knightsbridge, London
Live-out
Senior Chauffeur / Security
£45–55k
Chelsea, London
Live-out
Close Protection Officer
£60–75k
Hampstead, London
Live-out
Security & Logistics Manager
£70–85k
London / International
Live-out
VIP Housekeeper — Kensington
£35–40k
Kensington, London
Daily
Live-in Housekeeper — Hampstead
£40–45k
Hampstead, London
Live-in
House Manager — Kensington
£55–65k
Kensington, London
Live-out
House Manager — Riyadh / London
£60–70k (tax-free)
Riyadh / London
Live-in
Laundress — Belgravia
£32–38k
Belgravia, London
Daily
Lady's Maid — Knightsbridge
£40–50k
Knightsbridge / Middle East
Live-in
Houseman — Chelsea
£30–38k
Chelsea, London
Daily
Handyman / Groundskeeper
£32–40k
Cotswolds
Live-in
Facilities Manager — Mayfair
£50–60k
Mayfair, London
Live-out

Showing 35 of 35 roles · Salaries verified · Tax-free where stated

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Looking for your next role? We've got you.

We don't just fill positions — we build careers. Here's what we offer candidates.

  • 🎯

    Matched, Not Spammed

    We only send you roles that genuinely fit your skills, experience, and personality. No mass emails.

  • 💷

    Salary Transparency

    Know the budget before you interview. No guessing games, no lowball surprises at the offer stage.

  • 🤝

    Career Support

    CV advice, interview prep, contract review, salary negotiation — we support you through the full process.

  • 🔒

    Total Confidentiality

    Your details are never shared without your permission. Discretion is non-negotiable in private staffing.

  • 🌍

    International Opportunities

    Roles in 40+ countries. We handle visa guidance and relocation logistics.

  • 📱

    WhatsApp, Not Email

    Quick updates, voice notes, instant answers. We communicate the way you actually live.

500+

Candidates placed

Across butlers, chefs, nannies, estate managers, PAs, and more.

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London and way beyond.

We've placed staff in over 40 countries. These are our strongest markets.

Common questions.

Our average is 12 days to first shortlist. For urgent roles we can present candidates within 48–72 hours. Retained searches for senior positions typically take 3–4 weeks.
Everything. Search, vetting, DBS checks, reference verification, interview coordination, contract guidance, and a 12-week replacement guarantee. No extras, no hidden costs.
Same team, same candidate network, different approach. Irving Scott is the traditional, established brand — 13 years of heritage. Listique is built for the next generation: published pricing, faster turnarounds, digital-first communication. Same quality, modern experience.
Yes — over 40 countries. We handle visa guidance, relocation support, and international contract compliance. Strongest markets outside the UK: France, Switzerland, UAE, and the US.
Permanent placements include a 12-week free replacement guarantee (16 weeks on retained). If the candidate leaves or is let go within that period, we replace them at zero additional cost.
Absolutely. Temp-to-perm is one of our most popular options. Candidate works on a temporary basis first — if you convert to permanent, temp fees are credited toward the placement fee.
5-year employment history verification, enhanced DBS check, right-to-work documentation, minimum two professional references contacted directly, and face-to-face or video interview with our team. For security roles: SIA licensing verification.
Message us on WhatsApp or email with your CV. We'll arrange an initial call to understand your experience, preferences, and what kind of household you'd thrive in. Free and completely confidential.
We provide visa guidance and connect you with specialist immigration lawyers. For candidates with existing right-to-work in the UK/EU/UAE, placement is straightforward. For sponsored roles, we advise on the process and timeline.
We've placed yacht crew in 72 hours and emergency chefs in 48. For urgent needs, WhatsApp us directly — we'll tell you immediately if we can help and how fast.

Ready to hire differently?

WhatsApp us now or drop an email. First shortlist in 12 days or we buy you dinner.

WhatsApp Us → hello@listique.com
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