Family Office · Mid · 5 to 8 years typical
Executive Assistant (Family Office) Salary
Annual base compensation, national and by market, from 258 named sources. Every figure below says where it came from.
| Market | Multiplier | P25 | P50 | P75 | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New York City, NY | 1.40× | $120,000 | $145,000 | $245,000 | $305,000 |
| San Francisco, CA | 1.30× | $110,000 | $135,000 | $230,000 | $285,000 |
| Boston, MA | 1.25× | $105,000 | $130,000 | $220,000 | $275,000 |
| Palm Beach, FL | 1.25× | $105,000 | $130,000 | $220,000 | $275,000 |
| Miami, FL | 1.23× | $105,000 | $125,000 | $215,000 | $270,000 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 1.20× | $100,000 | $120,000 | $210,000 | $265,000 |
| Washington, DC | 1.20× | $100,000 | $120,000 | $210,000 | $265,000 |
| Seattle, WA | 1.15× | $100,000 | $115,000 | $200,000 | $250,000 |
| Chicago, IL | 1.05× | $90,000 | $105,000 | $185,000 | $230,000 |
| Dallas, TX | 1.00× | $85,000 | $100,000 | $175,000 | $220,000 |
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Stable demand; increasingly requires financial literacy and tech proficiency
What does an Executive Assistant (Family Office) do?
The Executive Assistant (Family Office) operates within single-family or multi-family offices, working directly with principals, family members, and co-investment partners. Professionals in this role typically bring 5 to 8 years of relevant experience. Classified at the Mid level, this position draws from a competitive candidate pool, though specialized qualifications and sector-specific experience remain key differentiators in hiring.
What drives Executive Assistant (Family Office) compensation?
The median (P50) compensation for an Executive Assistant (Family Office) is $100,000, with the 25th to 75th percentile range spanning $85,000 to $175,000. The 88% spread between P25 and P75 reflects significant pay variation driven by assets under management, family office structure (single vs. multi-family), investment strategy complexity, geographic market, and whether the office manages direct investments or outsources to external managers. Demand is holding stable, with compensation levels expected to track broader market adjustments.
Executive Assistant (Family Office) career path
Professionals who move into Executive Assistant (Family Office) roles most commonly come from institutional asset management, private banking, wealth management, accounting firms, or corporate finance. From this position, the typical trajectory leads toward chief investment officer roles, family office CEO positions, or founding their own advisory practice. The average tenure in this role is approximately 3 years, with an annual turnover rate of 18%.
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