Celia Harmston

Meet Celia, Head of Leaman Consulting's Private Household & Estates Desk. With over 15 years' experience in private household recruitment and more than a decade at Leaman Consulting, Celia is a trusted adviser to UHNW families, family offices and private estates across the UK and internationally.

Combining extensive market knowledge with a genuinely relationship-led approach, Celia takes the time to understand every client's household, lifestyle and long-term requirements before introducing exceptional professionals who will complement both the role and the family. Equally, she works closely with candidates to understand their experience, ambitions and values, ensuring every introduction is made with care, discretion and purpose.

Celia recruits across the full spectrum of private household appointments, including Housekeepers, House Managers, Estate Managers, Butlers, Chauffeurs, Private Chefs, Domestic Couples and specialist household staff. Whether building an entire household team or sourcing a single key hire, she is known for her attention to detail, honest advice and commitment to delivering an exceptional experience from first conversation to successful placement.

Whether you are seeking a permanent appointment, temporary support or simply confidential guidance on growing your household team, Celia is always happy to offer thoughtful advice and a tailored recruitment service built on trust, integrity and long-term relationships.