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The Middle East Household Boom:
A UK Recruiter’s Guide to Placing Estate Managers, Chefs and Governesses in Riyadh, Doha and Dubai The Middle East is no longer a secondary destination in international private staff recruitment. For many Estate Managers, Private Chefs, Governesses, Nannies,...
Beyond the NDA:
An NDA can define confidentiality, but it cannot create judgement. Eden Private Staff explains how UHNW families can build a real culture of discretion across recruitment, onboarding, technology, safeguarding, guest management and daily household communication.
Domestic Couple Jobs in the UK and Overseas:
Build Your Next Chapter with Eden Private Staff By Eden Private Staff You know how to work together. Your next recruitment partner should know how to recognise what makes you a strong team. Perhaps you have spent years looking after a private estate and are ready...
The Real Cost of Staffing a HNW/UHNW Private Household in 2026
Why Base Salary Only Accounts for 60–70% of the Cost For a high-net-worth or ultra-high-net-worth family, the cost of private household staff is not limited to the figure written beside “salary” in the recruitment Brief. A £100,000 gross salary does not create a...
Why Nanny Salaries in New York Have Hit Six Figures,
NYC nanny salaries have reached six figures because demand for experienced childcare professionals has increased, the role has become more complex, and top nannies now expect professional packages. In 2026, experienced full-time nannies in New York commonly start around $35/hour, compared with approximately $20/hour pre-pandemic, while senior nannies in luxury households may command $150,000–$180,000+ packages. Families hiring now need to benchmark compensation properly, define hours clearly, include benefits, comply with overtime rules and move quickly for top candidates.