A Domestic Couple are two individuals, typically a married or committed couple, who are hired to work together to manage a private household or estate. The responsibilities of a domestic couple can vary depending on the Principal’s needs, but typically include tasks such as cleaning, cooking, laundry, shopping, and general household maintenance. In some cases, […]
Cora is delighted to introduce an HR consultancy service to our clients, either on a package, retained or pay as you need basis – to help with a range of employment matters, including employment contracts, HR processes and policies, employee issues or manager development. Our consultant, Lyn, has many years of experience working within HR, […]
Candidate screening and reference checks are a vital element of the interview process. Our clients need to be reassured that any new members of staff are well-suited to their requirements, and crucially are a long-term success for the household. At Cora, we conduct rigorous reference and background checks, comprising of a DBS check, along with […]
The importance of a good CV It is vitally important to remember that your CV is your personal ‘marketing tool’ – the opportunity to show your skills, experience, potential and talent. In most circumstances, your CV is the first contact with a prospective employer and therefore it is key to make a good first impression. […]
Our Founder Izzy recently spoke to Salon Prive Magazine about what it takes to staff the world’s most renowned homes. Discover how Izzy began her career in the world of private household recruitment, what sets Cora apart as an agency and the biggest challenges facing private recruitment today. Head to Salon Prive Magazine to read […]
The role of a House Manager in a private household is to oversee the day-to-day operations of their Principal’s household or multiple properties. UHNW/HNW Principals often spend a large majority of their time travelling, so they need full confidence their property will be secure and well-run in their absence. Responsibilities of the role include: Management […]
Earlier this week Cora Founder Izzy Boland was delighted to attend and co-host the second of our vibrant HR Development Workshops with Sofia Syed from Keystone Law, and the Association of Celebrity Assistants (the ACA). These get togethers are informal and provide a confidential space where the brightest Private PA minds discuss and debate the […]
As things quieten down in the run up to Christmas and the early days of New Year, I always get the urge to have a bit of a sort out – a clean out of the past year, a chance to look over what we could have done better, where we achieved and what trends […]
Happy Staff, Happy House! In my first blog I talked about post-recruitment tips. Now I plan to share some tips on how to get along with and retain your staff. As you would expect from an employment lawyer in this arena, I hear a lot about household problems. They often arise from miscommunication, unmanaged expectations […]
