Household Staff Agency in Paris
Morgan & Mallet (M&M) finds experienced household staff for Paris’s most demanding families, from Haussmann apartments overlooking Parc Monceau to restored townhouses in Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Belle Époque villas in Neuilly.
M&M serves international business leaders, art collectors and privacy-focused families who split time between Paris, Geneva and London.
Every candidate we submit has worked in HNW / UHNW households for at least three years.
Morgan Richez and Laurine Mallet both worked in private service before they founded the firm. Morgan managed estates in London and New York; Laurine ran households in Geneva and Monaco.Â
Paris’s Principals who need trustworthy household staff call us first.
Paris
office address
10 rue de Penthièvre 75008, Paris - France
phone
+33 1 87 66 79 59
contact@morganmallet.agency
opening hours
Monday - Thursday : 9AM - 6PM
Friday : 9AM - 5PM
Saturday & Sunday : Closed
Why Hire Household Staff in Paris with M&M?
Our co-founders Morgan Richez and Laurine Mallet started as household workers themselves.
Morgan worked as a butler and personal assistant for HNW and UHNW families, while Laurine worked as a nanny in both France and London.
Between them, they spent years managing staff, running properties, and learning what clients actually need from the people they hire.
That insider experience shows up in how the firm sources and places candidates.
Before a placement is suggested, recruiters must complete three reference checks. It’s written into their contracts.
Recruiters follow up during the first three months. It’s part of the guarantee period and it’s tracked in our CRM so it’s part of our process for every client.
From our Paris office, recruiters have access to more than 49,000 vetted profiles of domestic staff in Paris.
That volume means urgent searches get filled fast without lowering standards.
Recruiter Insights
Rachel Dixon - Senior Recruiter, UK and Europe
Are more families in Paris asking for bilingual nannies with French curriculum experience?
“Yes, absolutely. This question comes up all the time now from family-office directors.
More and more households are specifically looking for nannies who can support children through the French curriculum while also managing international travel between Paris, London, and their summer homes in the South of France.
We’re frequently placing bilingual nannies in the 16th arrondissement who need to do much more than just childcare.
They’re helping with admissions to prestigious international schools, maintaining consistent routines across multiple residences, and coordinating smoothly with private tutors and extracurricular instructors. It’s become a really specialized role.”
French Household Employment Laws Made Simple
Legal Topic | Employment Guidelines and Regulations |
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Minimum Wage and Working Hours | France’s minimum wage (SMIC) is €11.88 gross per hour as of November 1, 2024, equating to €1,801.80 monthly for a standard 35-hour week. Overtime beyond 35 hours typically requires at least 25% premium pay for hours 36-43 and 50% for 44+ hours, though collective agreements may vary these rates. |
Domestic Couple | Employment contracts can cover individual or joint arrangements, but families should clearly define shared responsibilities, working hours, and liability in writing. Because the 35-hour standard applies to each employee, overtime rules must be tracked separately to avoid violations. |
Right to Work Checks | Employers must verify legal work authorization for all household staff. France requires identity documents and work permits for non-EU nationals, with penalties for non-compliance under immigration and labour statutes. |
Insurance and Protection | Workers’ compensation through social security is mandatory for household staff, covering workplace accidents or illness. Live-in and other domestic workers receive one rest day weekly (typically Sunday), five weeks annual leave, and sick leave with social security benefits. Written employment contracts are required under the Labour Code (Code du Travail), which governs terms, conditions, and dispute resolution for all employees including domestics. |
Background Checks | Criminal record checks (extrait de casier judiciaire) and reference verification are standard for household placements. All M&M recruiters worldwide have to perform three professional references to ensure candidate integrity. |
How M&M Helps | M&M works with families to navigate French household employment requirements by drafting compliant contracts, managing payroll through local partners, and verifying candidate documentation. Our team stays current with Labour Code updates and social security obligations, keeping administrative tasks manageable while ensuring legal compliance. |
Note: This is general information, not legal advice. Families should consult legal or HR professionals for definitive guidance.
Key Household Staff Roles in Paris
We hire household staff in Paris for a broad range of positions from our office in the city.
If you’re hiring domestic staff, these are some of the roles we place most regularly.
Nannies in Paris are one of our most common placements.Â
Our Paris team frequently places bilingual nannies who can support children’s French curriculum education while managing international travel schedules and working with private tutors.
Laurine placed a French nanny for a U.S. lawyer who needed childcare during summer travel across Europe.
The nanny was bilingual and experienced in traveling with families, knowing how to prepare luggage and manage transitions between London, France, and Dublin.
The client was very satisfied with how easy the process was and how well the candidate fit their needs.
M&M Agency Data:
- 8,844 vetted childcare specialist profiles in our global database.
- 36% of childcare requests are for French-speaking professionals.
- 11% of M&M childcare specialists have tutor experience.
- 40% also perform housekeeping duties.
Recruiters from our Paris office note that 11.0% of housekeepers in our database globally are French speakers.
M&M Agency Data:
- 6,466 vetted housekeeper profiles in our global database.
- 11.0% of M&M’s housekeepers are French speakers.
- 45.5% of our candidates are experienced head housekeepers.
- 22% have cooking experience.
- Housekeeping is a top five most requested position in France and Monaco.
Estate managers manage property maintenance, staff management, and household operations.
Laurine recalls that during reference checks, unexpected details often emerge that candidates forget to mention.
In one case, a butler’s reference revealed he had taken on driving duties when the regular driver was sick, even though it wasn’t in his contract.
This showed his willingness to help and adapt, qualities that proved valuable to the placement.
M&M Agency Data:
- 7,889 vetted property caretaker profiles in our global database.
- 7.61% of our estate managers are French speakers.
- Estate managers oversee a minimum of three properties on average.
- Property caretaker is a top five most requested position in France.
Insights from our Paris recruitment team show that in France and Monaco there is a large amount of client demand for private chefs, which shows the importance of French culinary expertise in this market.
Morgan notes that finding the right match between client and chef can be challenging because food is so personal.
Even with a Michelin-star level chef, the client might not like what they prepare.
That’s why trial placements are common, where chefs do a paid dinner or two to three day trial so families can taste the food before committing.
M&M Agency Data:
- 4,547 private chef and cook profiles.
- 20% of client demand comes from France and Monaco.
- French cuisine is the most requested cuisine type.
- 10% of requests M&M receive specifically seek Michelin-starred experience.
Chauffeurs are a common request in Paris, getting around in the traffic safely and easily is top of the list for many of our clients.
Before M&M, Morgan our co-founder spent time with a French luxury car rental firm.
He picked up cars from client properties, delivered them to the garage, and walked clients through available vehicles.
He handled brands like Ferrari and Lamborghini and had strong knowledge of Paris.
M&M Agency Data:
- Over 3,000 vetted professional chauffeur profiles in our global database.
- 1.15% of the chauffeurs in our global database are female.
According to our Paris office, domestic couples are tough to place. The role needs two people who have worked together for years.
Most demand comes from areas with second homes: the South of France, Monaco, and Corsica.
The candidate pool is shrinking, according to Morgan Richez.
Older professionals are retiring and younger generations aren’t replacing them.
When a domestic couple can’t be found, recruiters typically suggest hiring two separate individuals, like a gardener-chauffeur paired with a housekeeper-cook.
M&M Agency Data:
- 19.38% of property caretaker profiles in our global database are registered as caretaker couples.
- Domestic couple positions typically require candidates with several years of shared work experience.
- Property caretaker roles (which include domestic couples) are among the top five most requested positions in France.
Where we place Domestic Staff in Paris
16th Arrondissement Staffing: Diplomatic Quarter
Wealth
We place staff in this wealthy area frequently, in luxury mansions and Haussmann-era apartments.
Staffing Needs
Our Paris team frequently places bilingual nannies fluent in French and English in this arrondissement for families wanting French curriculum education support while managing international travel between Paris, London, and summer residences in the South of France.
Laurine recalls placing a nanny with a family in the 16th who needed someone to transition between their Paris residence and their villa in Cap Ferrat.
The nanny had to maintain the children’s French lycée curriculum during summer months while working with the family’s London-based tutors.
The role required not just bilingual fluency but an understanding of how French educational philosophy differs from British systems.
Saint-Germain-des-Prés Staffing: Artistic Heritage
Wealth
Staff we place here work in historic estates and modern apartments.
Staffing Needs
Our Paris recruiters note that butlers, chauffeurs, and housekeepers are common placements here.
Many families in Saint-Germain-des-Prés look for private chefs trained in classical French gastronomy.
Morgan placed a private chef in Saint-Germain-des-Prés who had trained at Le Cordon Bleu and worked in a two-Michelin-star restaurant.
The family hosted monthly salons for gallery owners and collectors, which required seven-course menus that were inspired by French culinary tradition. The chef also managed relationships with suppliers at Rungis market.
Champs-Élysées Staffing: Iconic Living
Wealth
Staff placed here work close to the high-end shopping areas in luxury apartments generally.
Staffing Needs
According to our Paris office, house managers, security personnel, and domestic couples are typical in this area.
One of our Paris recruiters placed a chauffeur with a family whose calendar revolved around Fashion Week and auction house viewings.
The chauffeur needed very good knowledge of Paris traffic between the Grand Palais, Sotheby’s on Faubourg Saint-Honoré, and private ateliers in the 8th arrondissement.
Discretion was really important, because the family often carried artwork and jewelry valued in the millions.
Le Marais Staffing: Historic Charm
Wealth
Homes valued from €1 million to €20 million, offering a mix of modern and historic architecture.
Staffing Needs
Insights from our Paris recruitment team show that nannies, private chefs, and estate managers are in demand in Le Marais.
Laurine worked with a family in Le Marais who wanted to hire an estate manager capable of overseeing renovations to a 17th-century hôtel particulier while also doing daily household operations.
The manager had to liaise with Monuments Historiques, the French heritage authority, while installing modern security systems and supervising a staff of five.
Montmartre Staffing: Village Atmosphere
Wealth
Properties range from €800,000 to €10 million, featuring historic homes and modern developments.
Staffing Needs
Recruiters based in our Paris office have say that housekeepers and personal assistants are typical hires here.
A Paris recruiter placed a housekeeper in Montmartre for a family involved in the local arts scene.
Beyond traditional housekeeping duties, the role required organizing small gallery openings in the family’s home and managing catering for concerts.
The housekeeper became a trusted liaison between the family and the neighborhood’s artistic community.
We also serve Auteuil, Boulogne-Billancourt, the 8th arrondissement, Levallois-Perret, Versailles, and the 15th arrondissement, each with its own needs for household staff.
Household Staff Salaries in Paris
Understanding salary expectations is crucial for both employers and potential staff.
The table below shows typical annual salaries for household staff roles in Paris, alongside current job listings and their locations across different arrondissements:
Role / Location in Paris | Typical Salary Range (Annual, EUR) | Client and Role Description |
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Full-Time Housekeeper job (M/F) in Paris 16th, France | €35,000 – €50,000 | A versatile and discreet housekeeper is required to manage the smooth running of a year-round main residence in Paris 16th, including housekeeping, service (informal and formal), pet care for three dogs and two cats, and supervision of other staff and external providers. |
Part-Time Nanny job M/F) in Paris, France | €25,000 – €35,000 | A bilingual English part-time nanny is sought for a 1-year-old child in Paris 16th, working 27 hours per week for a family seeking stable, long-term support in the 16th arrondissement. |
Full-Time Live-Out Domestic Couple job in Paris, France | €70,000 – €100,000 | An experienced domestic/property couple is required to manage UHNW residences in Paris, overseeing maintenance, logistics, household operations, and daily life with high standards of discretion and service. |
Full-Time House Manager job (M/F) in Paris, France | €50,000 – €70,000 | A bilingual French/English house manager is sought for a high-end private residence in Paris, acting as main point of contact for the family, coordinating staff and contractors, and maintaining top-tier service standards (live-in, full-time). |
Full-Time Housekeeper job (M/F) in Paris 17th, France | €38,000 – €48,000 | An experienced housekeeper is required for a 250 m² high-end apartment in Paris 17th, overseeing full housekeeping, care of valuable materials and objects, and working in a family environment with young children. |
Full-Time Travelling Private Tutor job (M/F) Paris, France | €45,000 – €65,000 | A travelling private tutor is needed for two children (5 and 7) in a family moving regularly between France and the United States, delivering a bespoke homeschooling programme aligned with both French and US curricula. |
Salary data source: M&M Annual Salary Report 2025/2026.
Job’s taken from M&M’s own household job listings site (2026).
Six Reasons to Partner with M&M
Global Coverage
We maintain offices and recruiter networks across Paris, London, Geneva, Monaco, Dubai, New York, and Los Angeles, ensuring smooth service for internationally mobile families.
Follow-Up Support
Our three-month guarantee period includes regular check-ins, performance feedback, and ongoing support to ensure long-term placement success.
Authority in the UHNW Segment
We specialize in serving art collectors, cultural patrons, and international business leaders.
Guidance on Permits and Structures
We provide visa sponsorship guidance, employment contract templates, and compliance support for French labor law and traveling cross border.
Cultural Expertise
Our candidates in Paris are assessed on the knowledge of French culture, including classical French gastronomy.
Multilingual Recruiters
Our team includes recruiters who speak English, French, Arabic, Russian, and Mandarin.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which staff jobs are most wanted in Paris?
Nannies, housekeepers, private chefs, estate managers, and personal assistants are the most requested positions in Paris.
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According to M&M agency data, personal assistants rank in the top five most requested positions in France and Monaco, with over 5,600 professional PA profiles in the database.
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Property caretakers and housekeepers also show strong demand.
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36% of international requests from M&M clients specifically ask for French-speaking childcare specialists, while 20% of private chef client demand comes from France and Monaco.
How much do staff like nannies, chefs, and housekeepers usually earn in Paris?
Salaries in Paris vary based on experience and specific role requirements. Nannies typically earn 45,000 to 60,000+ euros annually, with bilingual candidates commanding higher rates.
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Private chefs earn 45,000 to 60,000+ euros, with those trained in classical French gastronomy at the upper end.
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Housekeepers earn 45,000 to 60,000+ euros, with experienced head housekeepers managing historic Haussmann-era properties earning 55,000 to 80,000+ euros.
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Estate managers typically earn 45,000 to 60,000+ euros, especially those handling property management in different countries.
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These figures are from M&M’s 2026 salary data for high net worth households.
When is the best time of year to hire staff in Paris?
Summer is the busiest hiring season in Paris and the South of France, from June through September.
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Many families need staff for their Mediterranean residences in Monaco, Saint-Tropez, and the French Riviera during this period.
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M&M recruiters often handle last-minute placements when existing staff resign unexpectedly.
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One M&M founder notes that families renting beautiful villas in the South of France frequently need staff at the last minute during summer.
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Families also hire for winter positions in the French Alps from December through March.
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Year-round hiring happens in Paris itself, but summer transitions between city and coastal properties create the highest demand.
What is the safest and easiest way to hire and pay home staff in France?
You can hire directly with our guidance on French employment requirements, tax obligations, and workers’ compensation rules.
Or you can use our payroll service, where we act as the employer of record, handling all payroll, taxes, social security contributions, and compliance paperwork.
France has the highest demand for M&M payroll services because French employment law is complex, with mandatory benefits, strict overtime rules, and detailed contract requirements.
With payroll, you receive one monthly invoice covering everything.
The invoice includes the candidate’s salary, pension contributions, accountant fees, human resources costs, and insurance coverage.
How does the agency check and support staff before and after they start work?
Every M&M recruiter is required to verify three professional references before submitting any candidate to a client.
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This requirement is mandatory, and written into their employment contract.
We also conduct criminal record checks through official French channels and verify identity documents and work authorization.
Our recruiters cannot send a candidate profile to a client until these checks are complete.
After placement, we provide a three-month guarantee period with follow-ups every 10 days during this time to ensure the placement succeeds.
If issues arise within the first three months, we provide a one-time replacement at no additional placement fee.
Ready to Hire?
One poor placement creates problems that affect your household for months.
M&M places trusted household staff into Paris’s most demanding homes, from the 16th arrondissement to Saint-Germain-des-Prés and Le Marais properties.
Our recruiters understand French employment law, work authorization requirements, and formal French service traditions.
We handle reference checks (minimum three verified former employers), criminal record verification through official French channels, and contract guidance so you avoid the mistakes that derail placements.
Our Track Record:
- Over 49,000 registered profiles in our global database.
- Three-month guarantee period with regular check-ins.
- Mandatory reference checks written into every recruiter contract.
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Contact our Paris office to discuss your household staffing requirements with recruiters who understand historic properties, cross-border management, and the discretion Paris’s UHNW families expect.