An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a polished, discreet, and service-driven Butler / Driver to join an established private UHNW household in Central London.
Working alongside an experienced House Manager and wider household team, this is a hands‑on role supporting two Principals and their family. The successful candidate will bring excellent private service standards, a proactive mindset, and a genuine pride in delivering seamless, highly personalised service.
This is a flexible role requiring discretion, adaptability, strong attention to detail, and the ability to work around the Principals' movements and requirements.
Hours:-Full-time, with flexibility required
Location:-Central London
Salary:-£60,000
Start Date:-ASAP
Interviewing:-ASAP
The Role
You will provide hands‑on Butler and driving support to the Principals, ensuring their private spaces, personal items, travel requirements, and day‑to‑day needs are managed to an exceptionally high standard.
The role requires someone who is naturally proactive, comfortable taking direction when required, and able to anticipate what needs to be done without constant supervision.
Key Responsibilities
Butler & Personal Service
- Provide discreet, polished, and personable service to the Principals
- Deliver both formal and informal F&B service to a high standard
- Prepare and clear dining areas, including table setting, silverware, glassware, food and beverage service
- Assist with private dinners, family gatherings, and household events
- Anticipate the Principals' requirements and respond efficiently to requests
- Maintain immaculate presentation of the Principals' private spaces
Driving & Errands
- Provide driving support for the Principals to appointments, restaurants, airports, and other destinations
- Drive luxury and executive vehicles to a high professional standard
- Assist with household errands, shopping, collections, deliveries, and ad‑hoc requests
- Ensure vehicles are clean, presentable, and ready for use
- A full, clean UK driving licence and strong luxury/executive driving experience are essential
Wardrobe & Personal Items
- Assist with wardrobe organisation, packing and unpacking
- Care for clothing, shoes, leather goods, and other luxury personal items
- Ensure personal belongings are organised, maintained, and presented to a high standard
Household & Team Support
- Work closely with the House Manager and wider household team
- Care for silver, glassware, and luxury household items
- Assist with household stock, restocking, and preparation for the Principals' arrival
- Support the wider household team when additional assistance is required
When the Principals Are Travelling
When the Principals are away, the role becomes significantly lighter and focused on maintaining and preparing the residence.
- Maintain the residence and private spaces to an immaculate standard
- Restock household supplies, fridge, and pantry
- Maintain wardrobes, shoes, silver, glassware, and personal items
- Prepare the residence for the Principals' return
- Attend the property for a limited number of days each week during longer periods away, while continuing to receive the full salary
Discretion & Standards
- Uphold absolute confidentiality, discretion, and professional boundaries at all times
- Anticipate needs and work proactively with minimal supervision
- Remain calm and composed when handling last‑minute changes or evolving schedules
- Maintain impeccable presentation and attention to detail
- Work professionally and discreetly around the Principals, family, guests, and wider household team
About You
You are an experienced private service professional who takes genuine pride in delivering exceptional standards within a UHNW household.
You will bring:
- Previous experience in a private household, luxury hospitality, or similarly high‑service environment
- Proven Butler experience with strong hands‑on service skills
- A full, clean UK driving licence and confident luxury/executive driving experience
- Experience providing both formal and informal F&B service
- Strong knowledge of table settings, silverware, beverages, and service etiquette
- Experience with wardrobe care, packing/unpacking, and luxury personal items
- Impeccable presentation, discretion, and understanding of professional boundaries
- Excellent attention to detail and a naturally proactive approach
- Flexibility and willingness to work around the Principals' movements, including evenings and weekends
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally when required
- A calm, reliable, team‑oriented approach
Working Style & Expectations
- Based in Central London within an established private household team
- Flexibility required according to the Principals' movements and schedule
- Comfortable with periods of increased activity when the Principals are in London and significantly reduced attendance when they are travelling
- Comfortable working alongside experienced household staff and taking direction from the House Manager
- Able to adapt quickly to changing schedules, last‑minute requests, and evolving requirements
- International travel may be required
The Household
The successful candidate will join a long‑established and experienced private household team. Many members of the team have worked together for a considerable period, creating a collaborative and supportive working environment where staff are expected to work together seamlessly.
Why This Role
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Butler / Driver to join an established UHNW household in Central London, offering a competitive £60,000 salary and a highly flexible working pattern.
The role would suit someone who values long‑term private service, takes genuine pride in their work, and is looking to become a trusted and integral member of an established household team.
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