Morgan & Mallet is a luxury household staffing agency placing the highest quality household staff across the UAE.
We work with private families, estates and embassies in Dubai and nationwide. Our consultants are experts in recruitment in the UAE who deeply understand the market and take time to understand your staffing needs.
We place butlers, nannies, housekeepers, estate managers, private chefs and many other household roles. We also recruit full-time housekeepers in Dubai, both live-in and live-out. Our team also places nannies in Dubai, both full and part-time.
Why Choose Morgan & Mallet as Your Household Staffing Agency in the UAE?
At Morgan & Mallet we place over 1,200 candidates a year and specialize in working with UHNW individuals and their families across the UAE for their household staffing needs.
Every candidate is vetted through criminal, reference and social-media checks and backed by a three-month replacement guarantee, so you hire with complete confidence.
We place household staff for private families across all seven emirates, from Dubai and Abu Dhabi to Sharjah and Ras Al Khaimah, supported by a database of more than 200,000 candidates and a team who have worked in private service themselves.
Where We Place Household Staff Across the UAE
We place household staff for families throughout the UAE, with dedicated teams covering every major emirate.
Dubai
Our largest UAE market, from Downtown and Palm Jumeirah to Emirates Hills.
Abu Dhabi
Estate and family staffing for principals on Saadiyat Island and across the capital.
Sharjah & Northern Emirates
Growing demand for discreet, full-household teams.
Experts at Placing Private Staff Throughout the UAE
All our placements are tailored specifically to your household. You tell us what you need from your private staff, and we find the right person, vetted, experienced and ready to integrate seamlessly into your home.
Household Staff Roles We Place Across the UAE
From full-household teams to a single specialist hire, we place every private staff role across the UAE:
Estate Manager
Runs multi-property households and staff teams for UHNW principals.
Butler
Formal front-of-house service, from silver service to household coordination.
Private PA
Discreet personal and lifestyle support for principals and families.
Nanny
Live-in and live-out childcare, including bilingual and career nannies.
Private Chef
Bespoke daily dining and event catering in private residences.
Housekeeper
Detailed home care to five-star standards, live-in or live-out.
Chauffeur
Professional, security-aware private drivers.
Explore our Dubai household staffing page for local placement.
Household Staff Salaries in the UAE?
Household staff salaries across the UAE vary depending on:
- Experience and seniority
- Live-in vs. live-out arrangements
- Household size and number of properties
- Language skills and specialist training
Salaries | Monthly (AED) | Annual (AED) |
|---|---|---|
Housekeeper | 4,000 – 7,000 | 48,000 – 84,000 |
Live-in Nanny | 5,000 – 20,000 | 60,000 – 240,000 |
Butler | 10,000 – 16,700 | 120,000 – 200,000 |
Private Chef | 15,000 – 30,000 | 180,000 – 360,000 |
Chauffeur | 7,000 – 15,000 | 84,000 – 180,000 |
How Morgan & Mallet Handles UAE Work Visas
We coordinate work visas and payroll for your household staff through licensed UAE partners, handling sponsorship and compliance on your behalf. Standard domestic-role visas are typically processed within 7–10 working days.
Working days to process
UAE partners
UAE Office
office address
48 Burj Gate, Dubai Mall Metro Station Level 20 - Downtown Dubai
phone
+971 58 693 2876
opening hours
Monday - Thursday : 9AM - 6PM
Friday : 9AM - 5PM
Saturday & Sunday : Closed
Frequently
Asked Questions
Does Morgan & Mallet recruit household staff across the entire UAE?
Yes. We place household staff for families throughout the UAE, including Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the northern emirates, as well as for clients’ international properties
How much does it cost to hire household staff in the UAE?
Household staff salaries in the UAE typically range from around AED 10,000 per month for a butler to AED 30,000 per month for an experienced private chef, depending on role, experience and whether the position is live-in. Our placement fee is confirmed upfront and backed by a three-month replacement guarantee.
What background checks do you perform on candidates?
Every candidate undergoes criminal-record checks, social-media screening and 2–3 verified references, and all have a minimum of three years’ verified experience in private households.
Can you match staff with specific language skills or specialized experience?
Yes. We regularly place bilingual and multilingual staff, as well as candidates with specialist experience such as formal service, UHNW estates, newborn care and event catering.
Do you handle live-in placements?
Yes. We regularly fill live-in roles across the UAE, including butlers, nannies, housekeepers and domestic couples.
How long does the hiring process take?
Timelines vary by role. Standard household positions are typically filled quickly, while highly specialized or senior roles may take longer as we prioritize the right match over speed.
Is the placement guaranteed?
Yes. Every placement is backed by a three-month guarantee with a one-time replacement if the fit isn’t right.
What UAE Clients Say
“Morgan & Mallet placed a discreet, superb estate couple with us in Emirates Hills within three weeks. The vetting was thorough and the fit has been seamless.”
Private client · Dubai
“As a family relocating to Abu Dhabi, we needed a bilingual nanny quickly. Their UAE team understood exactly what our household required.”
Private client · Abu Dhabi
“After years in private service in Europe, they matched me with a wonderful family on Saadiyat Island. Professional and respectful throughout.”
Placed candidate · Abu Dhabi
Meet Our UAE Team
Hire Household Staff
in the UAE
Tell us what your household needs and we’ll find the right person. Get in touch with our UAE team to start your search.
48 Burj Gate, Downtown
Sunday–Thursday, 9:00–18:00 GST
