Butler Agency
Find a butler through the agency VIP families trust
EED places trained, experienced butlers with VIP, celebrity and UHNW families in London, Dubai and worldwide. The gold standard in household service — placed with care and absolute discretion.
Butler Placements
The highest standard of household service
A butler is the cornerstone of a well-run private household. Responsible for the smooth daily operation of the home, the butler manages household staff, oversees formal entertaining, maintains the principal's wardrobe and silver, coordinates travel logistics and ensures every aspect of the home is presented and operated to the highest possible standard.
EED butlers are formally trained professionals — many are graduates of the world's leading butler schools — with experience serving in private households, royal residences and luxury estates. They are trusted with the most intimate details of their principal's life and are selected for their discretion, professionalism and personal character above all else.
A butler often works alongside an estate manager and private chef in larger households — all of which EED can place through our household staff agency.
Responsibilities Include
- ✓Day-to-day household management & oversight
- ✓Formal table service & household entertaining
- ✓Principal's wardrobe care & personal service
- ✓Silver, crystal & fine china maintenance
- ✓Household staff supervision & scheduling
- ✓Wine cellar & drinks service management
- ✓Travel & logistics coordination
- ✓Guest management & front-of-house service
Why Choose EED
Butlers placed with precision and complete discretion
Placing a butler is unlike any other household hire. The level of trust required is extraordinary — a butler has access to every room, every routine and every private detail of their principal's life. EED selects butler candidates not just for their formal training and household expertise, but for the integrity, character and discretion that this unique role demands.
Our butler placements are handled with the same care and confidentiality we apply to every EED engagement — backed by 15 years of serving VIP, royal and celebrity households across the world.
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Formally trained candidates
Every EED butler has received formal training — many from internationally recognised butler schools. We verify all training credentials and check every reference before any introduction.
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Selected for character, not just skill
Technical skill is essential but secondary to character. We personally interview every candidate and assess their temperament, personal standards and approach to discretion before they join our network.
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NDA & full confidentiality
All placements include the option of a comprehensive NDA. We never disclose client names or household information at any stage of the process.
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Replacement guarantee
If a placement is not working we stay with you until the right solution is found — backed by our replacement guarantee on every placement.
Common Questions
Butler agency — frequently asked questions
What does a butler do in a private household?
A butler manages the day-to-day running of a private household and serves as the principal's most trusted household professional. Responsibilities include formal table service, wardrobe management, overseeing household staff, entertaining coordination and travel logistics. In larger homes, the butler works alongside an estate manager and private chef.
How much does a private butler cost?
Butler salaries typically range from £45,000 to £90,000+ per year net depending on experience, formal training credentials, the scale of the household and international travel requirements. Contact EED for a full discussion on salary expectations and placement fees.
What training should a butler have?
The finest butlers hold formal training qualifications from internationally recognised schools. Beyond formal credentials, EED looks for candidates with extensive private household experience, strong personal references and a demonstrable commitment to discretion and service excellence.
Can the butler travel with us internationally?
Yes — many of our butler placements involve international travel between London, Dubai, the South of France and beyond. We ensure all travel, visa and contractual requirements are in place before the placement begins.
Can EED place additional household staff alongside the butler?
Yes — through our household staff agency we can staff a complete household including estate manager, private chef, domestic couple, nanny and governess.
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