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Glossary: Private Service Terms
Principal
A principal is the employer or head of a household who engages private service professionals to support their residence, family, lifestyle, or estate operations. In private service, principals are often individuals and families with complex residential, and lifestyle needs who employ household staff such as housekeepers, nannies, private chefs, chauffeurs, estate managers, and personal assistants.
Live-in Arrangement
A live-in arrangement refers to an employment structure in which a private service professional resides within the employer's residence or on the property as part of their role. Accommodation is typically provided by the principal, allowing the employee to remain readily available to support the household's operational and lifestyle needs.
References Verification
A reference verification is a professional screening process in which previous employers or professional contacts, such as supervisors or managers, are consulted to confirm a candidate's employment history, performance, reliability, discretion, and suitability for work within a private household environment.
Discretion
In private service, discretion is a fundamental professional standard. It involves protecting the privacy of principals and their families by managing sensitive information and confidential matters with integrity, sound judgment, and absolute confidentiality. Discretion also means operating seamlessly within the household environment—providing attentive support while remaining unobtrusive and avoiding unnecessary attention.
Household Couple
A Household Couple is a professional domestic duo, often partners, employed together to manage and maintain a private residence or estate. Responsibilities are typically divided according to each individual’s expertise and may include housekeeping, cooking, driving, property maintenance, guest service, security, or household management.
HNW & UHNW
In private service, HNW (High-Net-Worth) and UHNW (Ultra-High-Net-Worth) refer to individuals or families with significant financial assets who often require tailored lifestyle and household support. UHNW households generally maintain larger residences, multiple properties, private aircrafts and yachts, and more complex staffing structures requiring experienced private service professionals.
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