Domestic Couple Agency
Find a domestic couple through the agency VIP families trust
EED places experienced domestic couples with private families, UHNW individuals and their estates in London, Dubai and worldwide. Two exceptional professionals, one perfectly run household.
Domestic Couple Placements
Two professionals, one perfectly run home
A domestic couple combines two skilled household professionals — typically a housekeeper and a handyman, chef, gardener, chauffeur or house manager — working together to manage a private property. The arrangement is particularly well-suited to larger homes, country estates and properties that require a resident household presence at all times.
The domestic couple model offers significant advantages over individual hires: two people who know the property and the family's standards inside out, who support each other during busy periods, and who provide greater continuity of service over time.
EED domestic couples often work as part of a larger household team placed entirely through our household staff agency, alongside roles such as estate manager, butler and nanny.
Common Couple Combinations
- ✓Housekeeper & house manager / estate manager
- ✓Housekeeper & private chef
- ✓Housekeeper & gardener / groundskeeper
- ✓Housekeeper & handyman / maintenance manager
- ✓House manager & chauffeur
- ✓Cook-housekeeper & butler
- ✓Property manager & personal assistant
- ✓Bespoke combinations tailored to your estate
Why Choose EED
Domestic couples matched with exceptional care
Placing a domestic couple requires finding two individuals who are not only each excellent in their respective roles, but who also work well together as a team. This is a more complex placement than hiring a single candidate — the dynamic between the couple matters as much as their individual skills.
EED has been making these nuanced, personal placements for 15 years. We understand what makes a domestic couple placement succeed long-term, and we take the time to assess both professional credentials and personal compatibility before presenting any candidates.
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Both candidates personally vetted
Both members of every couple are individually interviewed, reference-checked and DBS-verified by EED. We assess each candidate independently before evaluating them as a working pair.
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Matched to your property's needs
We take time to understand your property — its size, location, staff structure and the specific roles you need covered — before identifying couples whose skills complement your household's requirements.
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Country estates & international properties
Our domestic couples are experienced managing properties of all scales — from London townhouses to country estates and international residences across the South of France, Dubai and beyond.
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NDA & replacement guarantee
All placements include the option of an NDA and are backed by our replacement guarantee — covering both members of the couple.
Common Questions
Domestic couple — frequently asked questions
What is a domestic couple?
A domestic couple is two household professionals — typically a married or partnered couple — who are placed together to manage a private residence. The most common combination is a housekeeper paired with a house manager, chef, gardener or handyman. The arrangement works particularly well for larger properties or estates that require a resident household presence.
What are the advantages of hiring a domestic couple?
Domestic couples provide greater continuity of service, are typically more settled and committed to a long-term placement, and offer two complementary skill sets in one household arrangement. They tend to be particularly well-suited to country estates, large properties and international residences where a resident household presence is important.
How much does a domestic couple cost?
Domestic couple salaries typically range from £60,000 to £120,000+ combined per year net, depending on the skill sets of each individual, the scale of the property and the nature of the roles. Accommodation is usually provided as part of the arrangement. Contact EED for a detailed discussion.
Can the couple travel internationally with the family?
Yes — international travel is available for domestic couple placements where required. This is particularly common for families with residences in multiple countries. We ensure all travel, visa and contractual arrangements are in place before the placement begins.
Can EED also place childcare staff alongside the domestic couple?
Yes — many clients build a complete household team through EED, adding a nanny, governess or estate manager to complement the domestic couple. We coordinate all placements together to ensure a cohesive household team.
Domestic Couple Agency
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