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Jun
29
2026
What Is a Family Assistant? The US Private Household Role Explained
The role of a Family Assistant has become increasingly popular in private households across the...
Jun
17
2026
Building a Private Island Team: Four Months, Five Countries and One Extraordinary Project
Over the past four months, Silver Swan Recruitment has been leading one of the most ambitious and...
Nov
18
2025
Understanding Staff Retention in Private Households: Why Great Talent Stays, or Leaves
In the world of private households, discretion, loyalty, and consistency are everything. A strong,...
Oct
27
2025
Global Paternity Leave in Private Staffing: Where Do Men Stand?
In the exclusive world of private staffing, where discretion, dedication, and long hours are the...
Sep
01
2025
As Summer Ends, It’s Time to Prepare for the Winter Season in Private Staffing
As the last of the summer sunshine fades and August draws to a close, the luxury private staffing...
Jun
23
2025
Why Using a Specialist Agency Matters in Luxury Recruitment
In the world of recruitment, not all agencies are created equal — and nowhere is this more true...
Apr
06
2025
The Impact of Technology on Premium Domestic Staffing
The domestic staffing industry has long been associated with tradition, discretion, and...
Feb
06
2025
The Rise of Bespoke Domestic Staffing – Why Personalised Staffing is the Future of Luxury Homes
Gone are the days when luxury homeowners only required basic household staff like housekeepers and...
Jul
11
2024
What to Consider When Employing a Nanny for Your Private Household
Finding a local nanny for your private household is an exciting prospect, but it can be daunting...
May
18
2024
Paris Olympic Games: Hiring Temporary Private Staff
In just over two months the Olympics will begin in Paris! The highly prestigious sporting...
Mar
11
2024
The Perils of DIY Hiring: Why Should You Use a Recruitment Agency?
Let's chat about one of the biggest conundrums in the hiring world: the age-old debate between DIY...
Feb
23
2024
The Ultimate Power Couple: The World of Domestic Couple Jobs
Are you and your significant other the dynamic duo that everyone envies? Do you often find...
Feb
16
2024
The Missing Ingredient: Why You Should Hire a Private Chef
In a world where time is precious and convenience is the be all and end all, the idea of having a...
Feb
12
2024
The Art of Saying ‘No’: Why Top Recruiters Do It
In the fast-paced world of private staff recruitment, there's an unspoken art to saying 'no'. Yes,...
Feb
02
2024
A Guide to Obtaining the Right to Work in the UK
So, you've been eyeing that dream job in the UK, but the nagging question remains: do you have the...
Jan
18
2024
Hiring Household Staff: 5 Reasons Why You Should be Using a Private Staffing Agency
Ah, the joy of hiring household staff! A home that runs like a well-oiled machine is a dream,...
Nov
23
2023
Across the Pond: US Communities Tour Round Up.
We’re back with an exciting update from the other side of the Atlantic. Our dynamic trio,...
Sep
12
2023
Maintaining the Dream Team: Tips for Long-Term Success with your Staff.
Ah, the joys of a perfectly staffed private household. Your Housekeeper creates a space worthy of...
Jul
31
2023
How do we reference-check our candidates?
Earlier this year we partnered with Referoo, the industry-leading reference-checking platform to...
Jun
17
2026
Building a Private Island Team: Four Months, Five Countries and One Extraordinary Project
Over the past four months, Silver Swan Recruitment has been leading one of the most ambitious and...
Jan
28
2026
Silver Swan in Dubai & Abu Dhabi: Community, Connections and Conversations
Last week, Philippa & Anita travelled to the UAE for a busy and rewarding few days in Dubai...
Nov
23
2023
Across the Pond: US Communities Tour Round Up.
We’re back with an exciting update from the other side of the Atlantic. Our dynamic trio,...
Mar
16
2021
Middle East Special: Corina Goetz & Silver Swan’s Middle East Team
Hello, and welcome back to Life In Private Staffing season 2. For episode 5, I’m joined by Middle...
Jun
29
2026
What Is a Family Assistant? The US Private Household Role Explained
The role of a Family Assistant has become increasingly popular in private households across the...
Jun
17
2026
Building a Private Island Team: Four Months, Five Countries and One Extraordinary Project
Over the past four months, Silver Swan Recruitment has been leading one of the most ambitious and...
Jun
08
2026
What Private Families Expect From House Managers in the USA
As the Mediterranean season approaches, interest in superyacht careers traditionally rises, with...
Mar
02
2026
Superyacht Careers: What It Really Takes to Work in Luxury at Sea
As the Mediterranean season approaches, interest in superyacht careers traditionally rises, with...
Dec
10
2025
Temporary Staffing Is Surging: What Candidates Need to Know in Today’s Market
Over the past year, we’ve seen a notable rise in temporary and short-term placements across...
Oct
27
2025
Global Paternity Leave in Private Staffing: Where Do Men Stand?
In the exclusive world of private staffing, where discretion, dedication, and long hours are the...
Sep
01
2025
As Summer Ends, It’s Time to Prepare for the Winter Season in Private Staffing
As the last of the summer sunshine fades and August draws to a close, the luxury private staffing...
Aug
17
2025
Interview Etiquette for UHNW Clients: 7 Things You Must Know
Securing a role with an ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) client is a rare opportunity—and one that...
Jul
23
2025
Relocating for a Luxury Role: Our Top 5 Tips to Make the Move Smooth
Whether you’re moving to manage a private household in Dubai, joining a yacht in the Med, or...
Jun
04
2025
What It Really Takes to Work in a UHNW Household
When people imagine working for ultra-high-net-worth (UHNW) individuals or families, they often...
Apr
06
2025
The Impact of Technology on Premium Domestic Staffing
The domestic staffing industry has long been associated with tradition, discretion, and...
Feb
06
2025
The Rise of Bespoke Domestic Staffing – Why Personalised Staffing is the Future of Luxury Homes
Gone are the days when luxury homeowners only required basic household staff like housekeepers and...
Feb
02
2024
A Guide to Obtaining the Right to Work in the UK
So, you've been eyeing that dream job in the UK, but the nagging question remains: do you have the...
Dec
13
2023
The Cover Letter: Friend or Foe?
So, you've found the private staffing job of your dreams, and it's ready and waiting for someone...
Jul
31
2023
How do we reference-check our candidates?
Earlier this year we partnered with Referoo, the industry-leading reference-checking platform to...
Mar
03
2023
How To Submit The Perfect CV
The process of writing your CV can be a daunting task. Our top tips on how to submit the perfect...
Sep
27
2021
From hotels to homes: how to make the switch to private staffing
Looking to switch up your career in hospitality? Considering the private staffing sector could be...
Mar
16
2021
Middle East Special: Corina Goetz & Silver Swan’s Middle East Team
Hello, and welcome back to Life In Private Staffing season 2. For episode 5, I’m joined by Middle...
Dec
01
2020
5 Things Working a Ski Season Taught Us
Jobseekers, Employers, Internal News5 Things Working A Ski Season Taught UsThe down to earth...
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