Private Household Staffing Agency
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Irving Scott is a specialist domestic staffing agency founded in London in 2013. We work exclusively with private families, estates, and high-net-worth individuals seeking live-in or live-out household staff — from experienced butlers and private chefs to housekeepers, nannies, estate managers, chauffeurs, and domestic couples. Learn more about our team and how it works.
With offices in London and a network spanning Dubai, Monaco, the Home Counties, and the United States, we provide confidential recruitment for families who expect discretion as standard. Read what our clients say, or see our salary guide for current market rates.
Our Expertise
Three pillars of private household staffing
A great butler runs the house so well you barely notice. That is the point. We find butlers and house managers with the experience, discretion, and quiet confidence to lead a household — whether it is a London townhouse or an international estate.
Learn more about Butlers & House ManagersFinding the right chef is personal. Dietary needs, cultural preferences, family routines — it all matters. We work with chefs from Michelin backgrounds to private family kitchens, and we will not send anyone we have not met and vetted ourselves.
Learn more about Private ChefsChildcare is a matter of trust. Our nanny agency places qualified, experienced professionals who bring warmth, structure, and genuine commitment to a child’s development and wellbeing.
Learn more about Nannies & GovernessesIt was an excellent experience working with Irving Scott and Paloma. I received so much support and guidance and was given confidence to go for the right role for me. I am very excited to be starting my new role soon, and cannot thank Irving Scott and Paloma enough for everything.
Anna Kaczor, Private Staff Candidate
Google Review · ★★★★★
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