Exceptional people. A personal approach.
Recruitment for private households, family offices and luxury businesses across the UK and internationally.
Finding the right person starts with understanding you. The way your household runs, the ambitions behind your business, the standards you work to and the personalities already around you.
At Shire & Wold Staffing, we take the time to get to know that picture. Whether you are making one important appointment or building an entire team, we bring thoughtful advice, a carefully considered search and personal support throughout.
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It starts with a conversation
Every client comes to us with a different story. You might be employing household staff for the first time, appointing a senior leader or looking for someone who can bring a little more ease to a busy life.
Your dedicated Talent Partner will help you shape the brief, talk through your expectations and establish what the right appointment looks like in practice.
Where possible, we enjoy meeting you in person. Seeing your home, estate or workplace and getting to know the people within it helps us understand the details that a job description can only begin to capture.
The people behind your world
Private Households
From London homes to country estates and international residences, we help you find people who understand the care, discretion and consistency your household needs. Our searches span household management, private PAs, chefs, housekeepers, nannies and wider household teams.
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Family Office & Executive Search
Considered recruitment for appointments that carry significant responsibility. We work with principals, family offices and private businesses to identify leaders and trusted support professionals with the judgement, experience and personal compatibility each role requires.
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Luxury Hospitality
The people you employ shape every guest’s experience. We support hotels, private members’ clubs, restaurants and retreats with appointments across leadership, operations and service, taking time to understand the character of your venue and the standards that define it.
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Luxury Brands
From executive and operational leadership to business support, we connect luxury brands with people who understand their values, represent them with confidence and contribute to their continued growth.
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Yacht, Aviation & Chalet
Specialist recruitment for life on the move. We support permanent, rotational and seasonal appointments, finding professionals who can adapt to different environments while maintaining the service and discretion you expect.
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A considered search, with you at every step
Understanding the brief
We explore the responsibilities, working arrangements, salary and expectations alongside the qualities that will help someone succeed within your household or organisation.
Finding the right people
We tailor the search to your requirements, drawing on our network and targeted research. Through candidate conversations and interviews, we look closely at relevant experience, motivation and suitability before making an introduction.
Helping you make your decision
You receive a carefully selected shortlist, with clear insight into why each person has been introduced. We coordinate interviews, gather feedback and help you work through the practical details as your search progresses.
Supporting the appointment
From agreeing an offer and coordinating the relevant pre-placement checks to keeping in touch after the start date, we remain involved as your new team member settles in.
Permanent appointments and flexible support
Some searches are about the years ahead. Others are about the week ahead.
Alongside permanent recruitment and executive search, S&W Temp Desk supports temporary, seasonal and interim staffing needs. Whether you need holiday cover, additional support for a busy period or someone to bridge a gap, we will talk through the most suitable approach.
Advice beyond the introduction
A successful appointment starts with clear expectations on both sides.
We can help you consider salary levels, responsibilities and the structure of a role before your search begins. Where specialist advice on employment contracts or confidentiality agreements is needed, we can introduce you to experienced employment solicitors.
We will also explain the recruitment approach, fees and terms relevant to your search from the outset, so you know what to expect.
Rooted in the Cotswolds. Connected internationally
Our relationships take us from the Cotswolds and Home Counties to London and destinations around the world.
Wherever you are based, you can expect the same attentive service, honest conversations and care in getting to know what matters to you.
Let’s talk about who you need
You may have a detailed brief or simply know that something needs to change. Either is a good place to start. Tell us a little about your household, business or next appointment, and we will take it from there.
