Butler agency London

In London, professional butlers typically earn £50,000–£90,000+ per year, depending on experience, formality of service, and whether the role is live-in or live-out. International travelling butlers or those with extensive UHNW/Royal household backgrounds can command £100,000+.

Today’s butler is both traditional and contemporary. Typical duties include:

• Front-of-house service and guest management
• Table settings, silver service, and wine knowledge
• Household organisation and staff supervision
• Wardrobe management and packing/unpacking for travel
• Valet duties, event planning, and concierge services
• Travel coordination and liaising with suppliers/contractors
• PA duties
• Errands

Yes. We recruit both male and female butlers. In recent years, there has been a growing demand for female butlers in Middle Eastern palaces and female-only households, where cultural considerations and discretion are especially important. Female butlers are equally skilled in traditional butler duties and are highly sought after for UHNW residences worldwide.

Yes. Bespoke Bureau supplies temporary butlers to cover for travel, and seasonal cover, as well as full-time travelling butlers who accompany principals worldwide. We also have temporary butlers to cover for permanent butlers on leave.

Yes. We place both live-in butlers (common in countryside estates and residences with staff accommodation) and live-out butlers (popular in London, where accommodation may not always be provided).

All candidates undergo rigorous interviews, reference checks, and background screening. Most butlers are very well known to us. Many are trained through our world-renowned British Butler Academy, ensuring the highest professional standards. Moreover, we only take on butlers with a minimum of 5 years experience in the private home industry.

Yes. We arrange short trials (from one day to one week) so you can experience how the butler integrates into your household. Trial fees are deducted from the placement invoice if you proceed with a hire.

No. We operate globally, placing butlers in the UK, Europe, the Middle East, the US, and Asia. Many of our clients retain us for international households.

Most full-time butlers are employed on a 5-day working week, which is the accepted standard for sustainability and staff retention in today’s market. Some clients may request 6 days, but this should be balanced with appropriate compensation and rest periods.

We do not recommend more than 9-10 standard working hours per day at most.

A registration fee of 200GBP plus VAT. Our standard placement fee is a percentage of the butler’s gross annual salary. The exact rate depends on whether the role is in the UK or overseas. We also offer a Fast Track service which is paid upfront where you get 50% discount. All fees are clearly explained in our Terms of Business, and we always deduct any trial fees from the final invoice.

The timeframe depends on your requirements. For most London or UK-based roles, our Butler agency London can usually introduce suitable butlers within 1–3 weeks under our Standard Search service. If your household requires immediate assistance, our Fast-Track Search can deliver shortlisted candidates in just a few days. For highly specialised roles — such as travelling butlers or those for Middle Eastern palaces — the process may take a little longer to ensure the perfect cultural and professional fit.

Yes. For UHNW households that require round-the-clock coverage or global travel support, we can provide senior travelling butlers. These individuals are highly experienced, command premium salaries, and are available for households that require 24/7 service across multiple time zones.

• Established for 22 years with strong global UHNW client trust
• Candidates often trained at the British Butler Academy
• Access to both traditional and modern butlers
• Expertise in confidential, discreet placements worldwide
• All candidates have long experience in jobs just like yours
• Most candidates are well known to us