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29 questions people bring to a search engine, answered from the current benchmark set: 5,222 roles across 10 sectors and 140 regions, modeled from 258 named sources including KPMG/Agreus, Botoff Consulting, Robert Half and PitchBook. Every figure on this page is read from the data as it stands, version 6.2, September 2026.
The median (P50) salary for a Family Office Chief of Staff is $260,000. Compensation ranges from $175,000 at the 25th percentile to $345,000 at the 75th percentile. Location moves the band: New York City sits at 1.4 times the national band and San Francisco at 1.3 times.
Family Office Portfolio Managers earn a median of $225,000, with a range from $210,000 (P25) to $300,000 (P75). Senior portfolio managers at large single-family offices or in major metros can earn significantly more when factoring in performance-based compensation.
Family office compensation is generally competitive with institutional roles at the mid-level, but diverges at senior levels where carry, co-invest, and discretionary bonuses can significantly increase total compensation. 84% of family office professionals receive performance bonuses (KPMG/Agreus 2025).
The median salary for an Estate Manager is $185,000, with a range from $145,000 (P25) to $260,000 (P75). Compensation varies substantially by property size, number of residences, and metro area.
Private Chef compensation ranges from $100,000 (P25) to $235,000 (P75), with a median of $150,000. Pay varies based on dietary complexity, travel requirements, and whether the chef serves a single household or multiple residences.
House Managers earn a median of $130,000, ranging from $85,000 to $170,000. Compensation depends on the number of staff managed, property count, and principal expectations.
On rouka's benchmarks, modeled from 258 named sources, the national P50 for Estate Managers is $185,000. New York City sits at 1.4 times the national band and San Francisco at 1.3 times. A $170K offer falls below the national median of $185,000, placing it closer to P25 ($145,000).
Executive Protection Agents earn a median of $120,000, with a range from $80,000 to $170,000. Armed agents and those with government or military backgrounds typically command a premium.
A Director of Security for a private family earns a median of $175,000, ranging from $130,000 to $250,000. Multi-residence security programs and international travel requirements push compensation higher.
Armed EP roles typically command a premium over unarmed positions due to additional licensing, liability, and qualification requirements. The current bands for EP roles are on the role pages.
A Captain on a 60m+ superyacht earns a median of $220,000, with compensation ranging from $140,000 to $340,000. Yacht crew compensation is typically tax-free under maritime flag state employment, significantly increasing the effective value.
Private pilots earn a median of $185,000, ranging from $120,000 to $280,000. Pay varies significantly by aircraft type, flight hours, and whether operations include international travel.
A Vice President at a PE firm earns a median base salary of $275,000, with a range from $200,000 to $375,000. Total compensation including carried interest and co-investment can be substantially higher.
VC Associates earn a median of $165,000, with compensation ranging from $120,000 to $225,000. Carry participation varies widely by fund stage and firm size.
A General Manager at a luxury hotel with 200+ rooms earns a median of $210,000, with compensation ranging from $165,000 (P25) to $275,000 (P75). Compensation varies by property size, brand tier, and market. Pre-opening GMs and those managing flagship properties typically earn at or above P75.
A Director of Food & Beverage at a luxury hotel earns a median of $130,000, ranging from $95,000 to $165,000. Pay depends on outlet count, banquet volume, and whether the role covers a single property or a resort complex.
A Private Members Club Manager earns a median of $150,000, with a range from $115,000 to $200,000. Compensation reflects club prestige, membership size, and operational complexity. The private members club segment is growing rapidly with new urban social club concepts worldwide.
A Director of Residences at a branded property (Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Aman) earns a median of $210,000, ranging from $150,000 to $300,000. Professionals who combine hospitality operations experience with real estate management command a 15 to 20 percent premium. This is one of the fastest-growing segments in luxury property.
A General Manager of Branded Residences earns a median of $215,000, with compensation from $155,000 (P25) to $280,000 (P75). The role requires navigating brand standards, HOA governance, and developer relationships, which drives higher compensation compared to traditional property management.
A Senior Private Banker covering Ultra-High Net Worth clients earns a median base of $275,000, with a range from $200,000 to $350,000. Total compensation is significantly higher when factoring in AUM-based incentives, signing bonuses, and deferred compensation. Client book portability is the primary retention risk at this level.
Wealth Advisors earn a median of $155,000, ranging from $120,000 (P25) to $195,000 (P75). Compensation structures vary widely between bank-employed advisors and independent RIA channels, with the latter offering higher revenue share but less base salary stability.
A Relationship Manager covering High Net Worth clients earns a median of $175,000, with compensation from $140,000 to $215,000. Pay varies by client segment (HNW vs UHNW), new money targets, and platform. Guaranteed bonus packages for lateral hires are common but typically expire after 12 to 24 months.
A CFO at a fintech company earns a median base salary of $430,000, ranging from $350,000 to $520,000. Total compensation is typically 1.5 to 3x base when including equity grants, which vary significantly by company stage. Series A through C companies tend to offer more equity upside, while late-stage and public fintechs lean heavier on cash.
A VP of Finance at a fintech earns a median of $300,000, with a range from $250,000 to $350,000. Many growth-stage fintechs use this role as a step toward CFO or as an alternative to hiring a full-time CFO. Equity participation and bonus targets of 20 to 35 percent are standard.
A Head of Payments earns a median of $235,000, ranging from $200,000 to $270,000. This role has grown significantly as fintechs scale cross-border payment operations. Leaders with network relationships and deep scheme-rule expertise are in high demand.
rouka's compensation bands are modeled from 258 named sources, including the KPMG/Agreus Global Family Office Compensation Benchmark, Deloitte family office reports, the Botoff Consulting compensation survey, AHLA hospitality data, Robert Half and Heidrick & Struggles for corporate finance, PitchBook and NVCA for PE/VC, and other published industry reports. The set is version 6.2, revised September 2026.
rouka covers 10 sectors with 5,222 searchable roles: Family Office, Household & Estate, Security & Investigations, Hospitality, Private Aviation, Yachting, Property Operations, Private Equity & Venture Capital, Fintech & Corporate Finance, and Private Banking & Wealth Management.
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