Our lovely clients are moving to Milan in March and are looking for an Italian and English speaking nanny/pa/governess for their two boys aged 2.5 and 5 years old. The family are looking for someone who is tech savvy and can help the children with their school work, and will assist mum with PA duties from booking doctor appointments, liaising with the school, organising playdates etc. The boys are very active so mum is looking for someone who is The family will be based in a stunning property bang in the middle of Milan so someone who is local and knows the area well would be ideal.Travel with the family expected during some school holidays Monday to Friday 10/11am to 7/8pm Start: MarchSalary: Dependent on experience 

Job Ref: SB1630To apply, please email your cv to childcare@silverandbow.com 

An extraordinary opportunity for an experienced Butler with a keen eye for design and a passion to provide the best level of service and entertainment in a stunningly interior design home. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional attention to detail and be adept at maintaining a pristine household working alongside a full team of household staff. Highly desirable role!

Responsibilities:

·         Valet duties, providing personalised service to the female principal of the household

·         Tablescaping - create elegant table settings for events and daily meals, tailoring decorations to the occasion/menu

·         Assist with the planning and execution of social events, ensuring impeccable service

·         Maintain household inventory and manage procurement of supplies

·         Occasional travel to other properties abroad

Requirements:

·         A keen eye for design and interior presentation

·         Proven experience in similar roles, particularly in ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) households

·         Strong knowledge of formal table settings and service protocols

·         Exceptional organisational skills and meticulous attention to detail

·         Discreet, professional and diligent

·         Right to work in the UK

·         Flexibility to travel

Days of work: 5 days a week (including working some weekends)

Hours: 9am – 6pm or 12-9pm when entertaining

Salary: Up to £80k depending on experience

To apply, please send your cv to cv@silverandbow.com

Job ref: SB1534

Excellent opportunity for an experienced Head Housekeeper to join a fully staffed private household in Mayfair. The Head Housekeeper will lead a dedicated team of housekeepers and will work closely with the House Manager to uphold high standards and ensure the residence is flawlessly maintained.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Manage and train a team of housekeepers to ensure high standards are met

• Perform daily cleaning duties to uphold cleanliness and organisation

• Wardrobe management

• Plan and prepare for special events or guests, including deep cleaning and setup.

• Keep track of cleaning supplies and household items.

• Organise staff schedules

• Coordinate with other household staff, such as chefs, butlers, and House Manager to ensure smooth operations.

• Travel with the principal overseas

Requirements:

• Proven success in similar roles within high-end properties

• Hands-on leadership approach

• Attention to detail

• Extensive knowledge of housekeeping

• Strong communication skills

• Excellent checkable referencesDays of work: 5 days on, 2 days off, including some weekends. 9-10 hours per day.

Salary: £££ Top salary on offer for experienced candidates 

Start: ASAP

Ref: SB1530

If you would like to apply, please send your cv to: cv@silverandbow.com

Our lovely client is looking for 2 Punjabi or Hindi speaking housekeepers or a couple for their stunning property in Milan. You will be responsible for looking after all aspects of the household between the two of you from housekeeping, service, cooking, running errands and some driving. The property is located right in the centre of Milan. You will be expected to have worked in similarly high standing households and should have experience hosting guests. A uniform will be provided. You will have your own lovely apartment, a 2 bedroom with a kitchen, living room and bathroom with your own entrance. For more information, please contact us!

Salary: Dependent on experience

Days of work: 5/6 days a week

Start: March 2025 Interviewing now!

To apply, please email your cv to cv@silverandbow.com

Monday to FridayWe are looking for a House manager to work across multiple properties in London and the countryside for a fantastic client of ours. You will work directly with the Principals who are highly engaged in every aspect of their projects (from refurbishments, to the day to day running of the households). You will be responsible for approx. 10 members of staff and you will report directly to the Principals. Responsibilities will include managing the team of staff, overseeing refurbishments, getting quotes for works, being involved in the purchase of future properties and managing properties that the family have rented out, being involved in the maintenance of the house, keeping operational manuals up to date, putting together budgets and keeping the insurance schedules up to date, amongst other things.You must have experience overseeing operations of multiple residents, be a strong manager who supports and nurtures a collaborative culture, a strong understanding of and interest in sustainability and be a good leader.You must have your own car to get to and from the different properties (for the day, outside of London).Salary: £70k gpa (candidates on higher proven earnings may be considered)Start: OPEN

Ref: SB1628

5 days a week (usually Sundays and Mondays off)

Lunch and Dinner Service

EU travel required

We are looking for a top chef with particular expertise in either Italian or Spanish cuisine for our fantastic family who has only just moved to London. The family particularly enjoy Mediterranean cuisine and require someone with experience in a similar role, working within a household. You will be responsible for procuring the best produce (either by visiting the stores yourself or via suppliers whom you trust) and putting together clean, deliciously healthy food. The family love to entertain and are looking for someone who enjoys producing top tier food for such occasions. There will also be travel expected to Europe, particularly in the Summer and perhaps in the Winter too. You will be working within a professional kitchen in the lower ground of the house and there will be a housekeeper who will help you, however you must be able to clean up after yourself and keep a tidy working environment.

Lunch usually served between 12:30-14:00

Dinner usually served between 18:00-20:00

Start: Asap

Location: Marylebone, London (closest tube station: Baker Street)

To apply, please email your cv to cv@silverandbow.com

**24/5 Nanny/Housekeeper, Marylebone, £65k ++ DOE**We are looking for a top nanny/housekeeper for a lovely family that has just moved to London from abroad. The family employ other staff including another nanny and a chef, so your main responsibility will be to help in the busy morning periods before the children go to school and once they are back from school. There is also a lovely 15 month old boy whom you will be responsible for looking after. You will have some downtime during the day and your own bedroom and bathroom in the Lower Ground of the property with a separate entrance. Whilst the older children are at school, the other nanny will look after the 15 month old so you will be tasked with helping with laundry and some housekeeping duties as well. The baby has been cared for by a maternity nurse and is in an excellent routine, sleeping 12 hours a day.Start: ASAP5 days a week, including weekends Salary: £65K ++ DOE

Job ref: SB1626

If interested please send your cv to childcare@silverandbow.com

Silver and Bow are seeking a highly skilled and adaptable travelling Butler to provide Top-tier service to our busy client!The Travelling Butler will ensure the smooth running of the principals domestic and international travel, providing impeccable personal service, managing logistics, and maintaining discretion. This role requires a well-rounded individual experienced in hospitality, household management, and travel logistics, who can anticipate needs, adapt quickly to changing circumstances, and offer high standards of service at all times.This role is for someone who is flexible to work long hours while travelling extensively, including some weekends. Able to travel with little notice and adaptable to a changing itinerary.Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Generally ensuring the highest standards are maintained across the property and the highest standards of service delivered to the Principal

• Security & driving:

  • Respond promptly to emergencies and provide first aid if needed

  • Transportation of client, route planning, and maintaining vehicle readiness.

• Valet / butler:

  • Provide a comprehensive support across all client’s needs

  • Dinner set up and service

  • Liaising with other staff to ensure the smooth running of the household in all locations

  • Liaising with Personal Assistant to manage the principal’s diary

  • Front of house, meeting and greeting guests

  • Create a welcoming atmosphere, including managing lighting and music

  • Overseeing household inventories and ensuring stock levels are maintained

  • Device management: ensuring all devices are charged, easily located and ready for use

  • Cater to the employer’s food preferences, focusing on healthy and health-conscious options. Prepare daily supplements and vitamins for the principal

  • Cleaning of personal items and ensure the availability of toiletries

  • Full wardrobe management & knowledge of expensive fabrics

  • Manage packing, unpacking and ensure luggage is always ready for travel

  • Manage bedroom setup when travelling

  • Conduct personal shopping and run errands as required

• Personal assistance:

  • Primary point of contact for all communications to the client

  • Administrative tasks such as printing, researching

  • Assist with arranging and booking appointments

  • Setting up online calls/ podcast recordings and ensuring scheduling and coordination of activities with the other team members and PA

• Training:

  • Delivering training sessions as required

  • Maintain the organisation and cleanliness of training areas, ensuring that all equipment is in proper working order and readily available for use

• Medical protocol / bio-hack management

  • Carrying out the maintenance of all bio-hack equipment

  • Managing the stock of medical items

  • Ensuring that medical protocols are up-to-date and effectively delivered

  • Reviewing and updating medical protocols together with relevant staff

  • Managing medical/ supplementation diary and sending reminders

Start: ASAPIf you’re interested in this role, please send your cv to cv@silverandbow.com​​​​​​​Job ref: SB1622

Fluent French and English RequiredWe are seeking an experienced and dynamic House Manager to oversee a luxurious property in Cap Ferrat. This is an exceptional opportunity for a highly skilled individual with strong technical, service, and managerial experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Property Maintenance & Management: Ensure the smooth running of a 3000 sqm property with extensive gardens, a pool, high-tech security systems, and more. Oversee contractors and ensure fair pricing.

• Team Leadership: Manage a full-time team including a housekeeper and handyman, as well as seasonal staff during the summer months. Provide training and clear direction to ensure top-level service standards are met.

• Service Excellence: Oversee and deliver high standards of service, especially during the busy summer months when the family is in residence. Experience in service is a plus.

• Administrative Oversight: Manage rotas, allocate holidays, and ensure seamless communication across the team. Maintain high standards of cleanliness, security, and overall property operations.Requirements:

• Fluent in both French and English.

• Previous experience managing high-end properties and working with UHNW families is essential.

• Familiarity with managing property maintenance, security systems, and overseeing contractors is key.

• Live-in accommodation is available, with a private en-suite bedroom in a separate wing of the house.

The family is in residence for approximately two months during the summer, and candidates should be prepared for increased activity during this time. You will work alongside a wider management team, so a collaborative approach is essential.If you are an experienced House Manager with a meticulous eye for detail and a passion for delivering top-quality service, we want to hear from you.To apply, please send your CV to cv@silverandbow.comJob ref: SB1624Start Date: Interviewing now

Silver & Bow is looking for a highly organised, enthusiastic, and loving Nanny to work with a family with 2 primary school-aged children (5yo and 6yo). The successful candidate will be reliable, kind and set positive boundaries for the children who enjoy structure and routine. You will be responsible for all duties related to the kids such as, preparing and serving snacks, engaging in fun and educational activities and liaising with all household staff. The candidate has an option to live in or live out (if live out separate flat will be provided)Responsibilities:Managing both children’s day to day schedulesWardrobe managementPrepare and serve healthy snacksSupervise playtime and ensure their safety at all timesRequirements:Ideally teaching or nursery experienceSolid experience working as a full time nannyStrong organisational skillsFluent in English, both written and spokenHours: 7AM – 7PM (with a break while children are at school)Days: Tue - SatAccommodation: live in or separate apartmentStart: ASAP (happy to wait notice period)Salary: Up to £90k gpa DOEJob ref: SB1470If interested, please send your CV to childcare@silverandbow.com

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Our clients, a young family, are seeking a confident Nanny with baby & toddler experience to assist Mum with 3 children - 3 yo girl & 3 mth old twin girls - every Tues, Wed & Thursday.

You will help mum with some sole charge care whilst she is out doing nursery run, or running her errands, or spend time with the 3 yo when she is back from Nursery either reading or crafting, so Mum can concentrate on the twins etc.

When children sleeping or Mum is in full charge, take over the general cleaning, laundry, prep some basic kids food or dinner (not a priority but would be helpful).

The family have a relaxed and easygoing environment, and want someone who is fun and engaging, who can come up with some creative activities for the 3 yo, crafting, baking etc.

You will have previous experience working with babies and toddlers offering utmost discretion, trust, reliability and with recent and checkable references, Enhanced DBS clearance and self employed status.

Location: Closest overground train from Victoria taking 9 minutes, is Denmark Hill station on the South London and Catford loop lines and from the station, it is a 10 mins walk. The nearest tube stations to Denmark Hill are Oval, Brixton or Elephant & Castle - from there, you can take a bus to complete your journey.

Days/Hours: Every Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 10 - 6.30pm

Salary: £20 p/hour self employed basis DOE & qualifications. Start ASAP.

Email your interest and documents to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

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Our client (2 adults) are seeking an experienced, reliable and honest Housekeeper/Cleaner, for their family home comprising 4 bedrooms / 2 bathrooms, for 3 hours every week. Property 10 mins drive from Haywards Heath.

General housekeeping, cleaning, dusting, vacuuming, organising cupboards, occasional laundry/ironing and tidying up.

You will have experience working as a private Housekeeper / Cleaner, and present with recent and checkable housekeeping references, a current DBS or happy to organise online, a driving licence with car as property is in rural location, and be self employed.

Must also be dog friendly and handy if you live nearby. £15 p/hr DOE self employed. Start ASAP. Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

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Our international client is seeking a formally trained Rota Housekeeper to join a fully staffed 5 bedroom / 2 storey private property.

The family consists of the main Principals, 5 children, and a couple of small dogs, so a child and dog friendly Housekeeper is important. 

You will be highly professional, trustworthy and reliable, and present with previous experience working as part of a domestic team in a private household.

You will possess confidence, with a can do attitude attitude, be energetic and good at time keeping, for an early 7am start (later when principal away).

This role is based on a Rota, working 4 days on, 4 days off and so. You will be paid in full for the week, due to the long hours involved when working the 4 day rota.

Duties :

• Perform general day to day household cleaning & errands

• Care of silver and fine furniture and fabrics

• Laundry, ironing (inc care of delicate items of clothing) & wardrobe management, dry cleaning etc

• Set table, flowers, serve at mealtimes, arrange afternoon tea trays, cold drinks etc

• Assist the Chef around meal times, with food preparation, clean down, dishes etc

Requirements:

• Proven experience and longevity in previous roles

• Recent an checkable references

• Proactive, self-starter and team player

• Good level of spoken English / Russian languages

• Pet friendly

• Legal right to work in UK & current DBS

Rota / Salary:

• 4 days on, 4 days off including weekends when on rota

• Start 7am to 8pm including one hour lunch break

• Taxi provided home, if working overtime

• Salary £42,000 gross pa neg, plus statutory entitlements & pension contributions.

The ideal Housekeeper will be based in and around London Zones 1- 5 (due to getting to property easily for early start), and free to trial/start ASAP. Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

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Our client is seeking an experience professional Driver with experience working for UHNW families, providing driving skills to interact with Principals business associates and visitors, collecting from station, running errands, deliveries, collection of documents from one office to another etc, but to also offer general household maintenance skills about the house. The role is likely to be split 30% driving / 70% household tasks.

The ideal candidate will live on or around the South West region with own vehicle. The role would suit an individual with no ties and/or who can be flexible to stay overnight at other properties during the week perhaps 2/3 nites a week in school holidays etc. However the main day to day base is Dorset so you would ideally need to live within this region.

You will have recent experience working for private employer/s and present with clear English - written & oral - and excellent communication and good online skills, be of smart appearance, calm and an innate understanding of manners and protocols. Must also be dog friendly.

Reporting directly to the Principal and interaction with the Family Office, you will have a ‘can do’ and ‘flexible’ outlook able to work alongside a team of household staff, external contractors and suppliers, etc.

Must also be happy to undertake Security Clearances and sign an NDA, as discretion and confidentiality utmost for this family. Must also have clean driving licence and DBS clearance, and enjoy being on the road.

Hours/Days: 45 hour week / 5 days a week and mostly Monday to Friday, however need flexibility for weekends if necessary with 2 days off during the week (very rare). Upto £45,000 gross pa DOE neg, plus discretionary bonus. Start ASAP. Interviews now. Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

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Are you looking for an incredible opportunity to start your career in the private service industry? A highly prestigious, fully staffed household in Central London is seeking a Live-in Junior Butler to join their dynamic team. You’ll have the chance to work alongside experienced professionals and provide both formal and informal service in a busy environment, serving an UHNWI and their family and guests.This role offers excellent exposure and the opportunity to grow within the private household sector, with responsibilities that will allow you to refine your skills in an elite setting.Key Responsibilities:

• Overseeing the layout and service of meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner)

• Serving food and drinks, ensuring high standards are maintained at all times

• Care of valuable items, including silverware, fine china, and crystal

• Wardrobe management – keeping clothes in top condition, packing/unpacking as needed

• Stock management of premium items (wines, cigars, etc.)

• Managing the creation and upkeep of floral displays

• Upholding household standards and protocols among staff and guests

• Inventory management of valuables and household items

• Greeting and serving guests, including dignitaries at formal receptions

• Travelling with the family as required

Compensation:

• Salary: Competitive, in the region of £55k per annum

• Live-in accommodation: Separate bedroom with en-suite facilities

• Work schedule: 6 days per week

If you are ready to take the next step in your butler career and want to work in a prestigious setting, we would love to hear from you.Start date: ASAPPlease send your cv to: cv@silverandbow.comJob ref: SB1616

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Our international client is seeking a Bilingual Russian/English speaking Daily Housekeeper with excellent laundry / wardrobe management skills, to join a fully staffed and formally run large London property.

The family consists of the main Principals, 5 children and a couple of small dogs, so a child and dog friendly professional Housekeeper is very important.

This Housekeeper will join a small domestic team, ideally working across 5 days, working Wednesday - Sunday rota with 2 days off Monday/Tuesday (this may be negotiable to work every 2nd weekend).

You will be highly experienced having worked in a UHNW household / luxury property, and used to cleaning to 5* standards. The Housekeeper will be confident, extremely reliable, trustworthy, and energetic with an eye for details, and strong cleaning skills and product knowledge working with high end fine furnishings and fixtures etc.

Must have good laundry skills to look after the Master bedrooms, family clothes and organise wardrobes, and pack suitcases for travel and be able to travel with family 2-3 times a year would be a plus, but not a necessity.

You will also have good social skills and be confident to greet guests, provide table service skills, when Principal entertaining or for meetings in the house etc.

The Housekeeper rota is long hours, morning through to evening, when family are in residence and lesser hours when they are on vacation.

Requirements:

• Proven experience and longevity in previous roles with checkable references

• Proactive, self-starter and team player

• Good level of spoken English & Russian

• Pet friendly (the family has dogs and a reptile pet for the children)

• Legal right to work in UK and proof of Passport / Settlement Status

• Must live in a commutable distance to Mayfair London Zone 1 - 5

Salary/benefits:

• £45,000 gross pa neg

• Statutory holiday entitlements and pension contributions

• Taxi home provided when finishing late in the evening

Must have current DBS or happy to apply, recent and checkable housekeeping references in London with similar household, and right to work status in UK

Interviews now and trial with view to start work immediately. Email your CV / profile asap to Email your interest to cv@ljwrecruitment.com

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A wonderful, down-to-earth HNW family based just outside Milan are looking for a loving and well-experienced Mandarin-speaking nanny to join their family long-term and help take care of their 3 year old son.Mum and Dad have 5 sons ranging from 3 years old- teenagers. The eldest two boys are fairly independent whilst the 6 and 7 year old have their own nanny so the toddler would be your sole responsibility.The family have amazing staff-retention and encourage a friendly and enthusiastic environment where everyone works hard but feels happy and valued. Not one to miss!Duties:

• Taking full care of the toddler

• Nursery duties

• Organizing play-dates 

Requirements:

• Mandarin-speaking

• The family will help with the VISA application 

• Fully vaccinated

• Desire to commit long-term

Accommodation: separate apartment on the estateSchedule: Either 5 days on/2 days off or 10 days on/4 days off. (Maximum 10 hours per day)Travel: Extensive travel during school holidaysSalary: DOEJob ref: SB1615If interested in this role, please send your CV to childcare@silverandbow.com