Why February Is the Perfect Month to Land Your Next Private Household Role

If you’ve been casually scrolling for a new private household role, here’s a little secret: February is your month. While most people assume the hiring frenzy is over after the holidays, the reality is very different, for UHNW private residences, February is when the real action begins. 

Here’s why you should be paying attention to what’s going on during February. 

Budgets Are Locked in and New Jobs Are Created 

Think of January as the time when families and estates are crunching numbers and making plans. By February, budgets have been approved, decisions are made, and recruitment plans begin. 

That means: 

• New private household roles that were only ideas in December now officially exist
• Teams are expanding or reshuffling
• Principals are replacing staff who have moved on or whose roles are being upgraded 

Post-Holiday Restructuring Creates Opportunities 

After the festive season’s whirlwind of celebrations, travel, and events, this is the time where private households ask: “Does our team structure actually work?” 

For you as a candidate, this creates opportunities that don’t always go public: 

• Senior or leadership roles like House or Estate Manager
• Specialist positions like private Chefs, Butlers, or Estate staff
• Temporary or rotational private household roles in preparation for upcoming travel 

Being active in February means you’re in the right place at the right time.

Spring and Summer Residences Are Coming Online 

Many UHNW families live seasonally across multiple residences. February is when households start preparing secondary estates for spring and summer. 

That can mean: 

• Seasonal roles or rotational staff are needed immediately
• Additional housekeeping or service staff are needed for larger properties
• Private Chefs or lifestyle assistants are needed for holiday periods 

Less Competition, More Attention 

Here’s another bonus: while January sees a flood of jobseekers, February tends to be quieter. This is your chance to stand out to recruiters and principals. 

• Fewer candidates means your application gets noticed
• Recruiters have more time to review and coach you
• Decisions can be made faster because employers are serious and ready 

UHNW families value readiness, reliability, and discretion. Being proactive now makes you a memorable candidate. 

How to Make the Most of February 

Even if you’re not planning to start immediately, you can set yourself up for success: 

• Refresh your CV — highlight recent achievements and skills relevant to UHNW households
• Engage with specialist recruiters — now is the time to register or reconnect
• Have exploratory conversations — understand upcoming roles and where you fit
• Position yourself for spring placements — opportunities may start in March, April, or even May 

The Takeaway 

Private household roles move differently from corporate jobs. Timing, discretion, and visibility are everything. 

February isn’t quiet, it’s strategic. For candidates who are ready, visible, and proactive, it’s the perfect month to land your next role and step up your career.

Register with us to discuss your next career move. 

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