Butler agency · London, UK & Europe
Butler agency for private households in London
Butlers who run formal service, the wine cellar, the principal's wardrobe and the front of house. Found through Michael's private network and vetted by him personally.
The short answer
What a butler does for your household
A butler looks after the principal and their guests: formal dining and service, the wine cellar, silver and china, valeting and wardrobe, and greeting everyone who comes to the house.
In larger households the butler reports to the house manager and may lead footmen and housemen. In smaller ones the butler often runs the house as well.
Butlers we place
Find the right kind of butler
Private butler
Formal service, wine, wardrobe and front of house in one residence.
Head butler
Leads the service team in a large household and runs formal entertaining.
Travelling butler
Travels with the principal as butler and valet between residences and trips.
Butler salary
What does a butler cost?
Typical gross annual salaries from MOR's recent searches, before the placement fee.
| Butler | Typical salary |
|---|---|
| Private butler | £60k–£80k |
| Head butler | £70k–£90k |
| Travelling butler | £70k–£90k |
Gross annual salary. Packages vary with the size of the household and the hours.
Vetting
How we vet butlers
- Face-to-face interview with Michael, and a practical discussion of service in your home
- References verified directly with previous principals, family offices or estate offices
- Identity, right to work and background checks
- Trial days in your home before an offer
Questions
Hiring a butler: FAQs
What is the difference between a butler and a house manager?
A butler looks after the principal, their guests and formal service. A house manager runs the whole household: staff, suppliers, budgets and diary.
How long does it take to hire a butler?
Under a week from brief to shortlist.
What does a butler agency charge?
Fees are agreed with each client and depend on the search. Every search starts with an engagement deposit, credited against the fee.
Looking for a butler?
Tell Michael about the household. Confidential, with a reply the same working day.