S7 E5: Alice Bornarel - The Role Every UHNW Household Needs (But Rarely Has)

<p>What if running a private household required more than just hiring staff?</p><p>In this episode of <em>Life in Private Staffing</em>, Philippa is joined by Alice Bournarel, a private household consultant supporting UHNW families with everything from recruitment and training to operations and bespoke event management.</p><p>With over 13 years of experience across private households, yachts, and international residences, Alice shares how she built her career from the ground up — and why she has now launched her own business to support households in a more flexible, consultancy-style capacity.</p><p>They discuss the reality behind managing private homes, the gaps many households don’t realise they have, and why structure, clarity, and training are key to building a high-performing team.</p><p>💼 A unique, consultancy-style role within private households<br>🏠 The difference between hiring staff and building a functioning household<br>🧠 Why structure, systems, and onboarding are often overlooked<br>🌍 The challenges of managing teams across different cultures<br>📈 Why demand for flexible household support is growing</p><p>A fascinating insight into the behind-the-scenes reality of running a UHNW home — and the role most households don’t even realise they need.</p><p>🔗 Visit ⁠www.silverswanrecruitment.com⁠<br>🎧 Follow <em>Life in Private Staffing</em> on Spotify or Apple Podcasts<br>📱 Join our Silver Swan Communities – email ⁠<a href="" rel="noopener">enquiries@silverswanrecruitment.com</a>⁠<br>💬 Follow us on Instagram @silverswanrecruitment, @silverswanpodcast and LinkedIn Silver Swan Recruitment</p><p><strong>In this episode, Philippa and Alice cover:Resources &amp; Links:</strong></p>