Paul D'Arcy

Accomplished Senior Manager/Chief of Staff with extensive experience in facilities management, staff leadership, logistics, and project management. A strong background of working within the Private Household Sector and the military with ultra-high net worth families and individuals. Including 26 years of working with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and UK royal family in London and 9 years with Oman royalty at various palaces and stately homes, such as Buckingham Palace, royal palaces in Oman, Windsor Castle and St James Palace. 

Experience of ensuring that the required services are implemented and regularly maintained, including dealing with day-to-day operations to ensure that properties and estates run smoothly and complies with regulations, whilst maintaining the highest standards. Nurture talent through hands-on performance coaching to aid teams to reach their potential while maintaining excellent employee retention. Adaptable and resilient, a confident decision-maker and pragmatic problem-solver. Ensuring staff are immaculately turned out and provide a luxury top tier service at the highest level of excellence. 

Competent with technology/Microsoft Office, PA administration, diary management, budgeting and all logistical requirements. Proficient with horses, dogs and other animals. Always discreet and professional, with an ‘OCD’ eye for detail and a hands-on 'can do' approach and attitude to get the job done efficiently. Highly accomplished and professional driver. Genuine team player with an upbeat attitude and a strong sense of humour. 

Accomplished Senior Manager/Chief of Staff with extensive experience in facilities management, staff leadership, logistics, and project management. A strong background of working within the Private Household Sector and the military with ultra-high net worth families and individuals. Including 26 years of working with Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and UK royal family in London and 9 years with Oman royalty at various palaces and stately homes, such as Buckingham Palace, royal palaces in Oman, Windsor Castle and St James Palace. 

Private House Management Course - Polo & Tweed Training, London

Butler Course - Polo & Tweed Training, London
Silver Service Course - Polo & Tweed Training, London
IOSH Managing Safety Course - Health & Safety Online, UK

BSc (Hons) Open Degree in Maths and Science - Open University, UK (Still studying to present) 

SNCO CLM Course (Senior Non - Commissioned Officer Career Leadership Management) - Edinburgh Army Education Centre, Scotland 

NVQ 5 Management - Edinburgh Army Education Centre CMI, Scotland
European Computer Driving License - Hyde Park Barracks Education Centre, London

SFA Course (Accounts) - Worthy Down Barracks, UK
CBRN Instructors Course (Chemical Biological Radioactive Nuclear) - Winterbourne Gunner Barracks, UK
EFP 1 SNCO Military Management Course - Windsor Army Education Centre, UK 

NVQ 3 Management - Windsor Army Education Centre, UK
B3 Equine Riding Course with the Household Cavalry - Hyde Park Barracks, London

Grade 8 Percussion - Guildhall School of Music, London 

Grade 8 Cello - Associated Board of Music, London 

8 GCSE’s including English, Maths, Science and Music - Garth High School, UK 

Driving Licenses:

Cat: A, B, C1, C, D1, D, BE, C1E, CE, D1E & DE. Driver Qualification Card - Expires 2024. (Car, Lorry- 2 axle, Articulated Lorry - 6 axle, Minibus + Trailer, Coach + Trailer, Double Decker Bus + Trailer, Forklift, Motorbike and ADR License for dangerous goods and fuel). 

London Black Cab Taxi Knowledge, Completed 4 years training - Central London, UK