The search for household staff, whether a housekeeper, personal assistant, estate manager, or caregiver, can feel overwhelming. Wanting the right fit for your home, but you may have heard differing opinions about using a staffing agency.
We have heard the same concerns and have outlined why many households choose to partner with a staffing firm.
Agencies do not take a portion of an employee’s hourly wage. Compensation is agreed directly between the household and the employee. Agencies will charge a one-time placement fee for sourcing, vetting, and supporting the match.
With the time saved, the legal guidance provided, and the cost of replacing a poor hire, most families find that an agency reduces long-term costs and risk.
Finding a person online is easy. Determining whether someone is trustworthy, capable, and appropriate for a private estate is not.
Agencies function as your in-house recruiting and screening partner. References are verified, background checks are conducted, eligibility to work is confirmed, and candidates are evaluated for judgment, and compatibility, not just experience.
Most experienced private service professionals prefer working with agencies. They are career domestic staff individuals who seek stable, long-term positions with estates that value professionalism and clear communication.
You remain in control at every step. Agencies do not make hiring decisions, you do.
We simply gather information, present qualified options, coordinate interviews, and offer guidance.
Domestic staffing is not one-size-fits-all. Agencies place professionals across a range of arrangements: part-time, full-time, temporary, travel-based, and specialized roles.
Posting a position may feel quick, but the work begins after reviewing applicants, scheduling interviews, verifying references, and managing no-shows.
An agency can move efficiently because the candidates are already vetted.
No one can guarantee perfection. Domestic staffing involves people, personalities, and environments.
Reputable agencies remain an invaluable resource long after hiring. Assisting with communication, expectations, and conflict resolution when necessary.
Domestic staff are employees under federal and state law whether hired through an agency or not. Payroll taxes, overtime, and W-2 classification applies.
Hiring domestic staff is one of the most important decisions a household makes. Working with a staffing agency is not about receiving a list of names, it is about reducing friction and managing the complexities so you can focus on what matters most: welcoming the right person into your home.
