Heritage & Company provides personalized private staffing for families, private owners and family offices across the United States, including Los Angeles and Southern California. We help clients recruit estate managers, executive housekeepers, private chefs, nannies and other household and estate professionals. A successful search starts with the responsibilities of the role, the way your household operates and the qualities that matter to you over the long term.
Household and Estate Roles We Recruit
Property Manager/Caretaker
Newborn Care Specialists
Governess
Houseman
Chauffeur
If you need to hire an estate manager or hire an executive housekeeper, explore the responsibilities of each role before defining your search.
Our Private Staffing Process
Our recruitment process begins by defining the position and preparing a detailed job description before arranging candidate introductions. We evaluate candidates with attention to professional experience, discretion, confidentiality and compatibility with your household.
Screening, References and Background Checks
Candidate screening may include background, reference and driving-record checks as relevant to the role and agreed search process. Timing and scope are confirmed for each engagement.
A Search Built Around Your Household
We begin with an initial consultation to discuss your staffing needs in depth and determine the appropriate staffing or household-management approach.
Once we identify the position details, we can start to match you with potential candidates and arrange initial interviews. We will present you with a customized, detailed job description for your approval, so every applicant understands the scope and expectations of the role. This supports a thoughtful search for long-term compatibility.
Should you wish, once the chosen candidate has a start date, we can provide full handover assistance to help set the candidate up for success from day one.
Household Staffing FAQs
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We recruit a wide range of experienced household professionals, including estate managers, house managers, executive housekeepers, butlers, chefs, nannies, personal assistants, chauffeurs, and other private service staff. Every search is tailored to your household's unique needs.
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We evaluate candidates based on the needs of the role and agreed search process. This may include interviews, reference checks, background screening, review of relevant experience and consideration of professional fit. Timing and scope are confirmed for each engagement.
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Yes. We recruit professionals for full-time, part-time, seasonal, temporary, and live-in positions, depending on your household's specific requirements and lifestyle.
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Absolutely. Whether you're replacing a departing employee or expanding your household team, we manage the recruitment process discreetly and efficiently to ensure a smooth transition with minimal disruption.
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We understand that every household is unique. Our personalized approach focuses on matching highly qualified professionals with your family's lifestyle, expectations, and long-term goals, creating trusted relationships built to last.
Start a Confidential Search
Tell us about your household, the role you need to fill and your preferred timing.