The titles of Butler and House Manager (HM) are often interchangeable and can have the most varied meanings in the business. Interpretation is usually a result of the employer’s other staff and management structure, as well as their cultural background. Regardless of which title is chosen, the expected functions and abilities can be very similar. (read more)
The alternative to conducting your own search for staff is to use a domestic employment agency. There are many benefits to searching with the help of an agency (read more)
Estate Manager is the most widely used term in the business. Most candidates with a bit of experience running a household will mistakenly call themselves an Estate Manager. Likewise, other terms can be confused with it such as Majordomo, House Manager, and Butler. (read more)
Conducting the search for top level domestic staff can be a long, frustrating process. However, with a simple strategy the process can be less tedious and produce excellent results. (read more)