What a Family Office Personal Assistant in New York does
A Family Office Personal Assistant in New York supports a UHNW principal or family office principal across professional and personal domains. The role demands absolute discretion, the ability to manage complexity across multiple residences and jurisdictions, and the judgment to operate with minimal supervision.
- 01Manages the principal's personal diary and private commitments across residences
- 02Coordinates household logistics for multiple properties and jurisdictions
- 03Handles complex personal travel including private aviation and superyacht logistics
- 04Manages household staff across multiple residences
- 05Liaises with estate managers, property managers, and personal service providers
- 06Coordinates family schedules, school logistics, and children's activities
- 07Manages personal expenses, household budgets, and financial administration
- 08Handles confidential personal matters with absolute discretion
Family Office Personal Assistant compensation in New York, 2025
| Level | Experience | Base Salary | Total Comp |
|---|---|---|---|
| Junior Family Office PA | 2-4 years | $85,000–$115,000 | $98,000–$138,000 |
| Mid Family Office PA | 4-7 years | $115,000–$150,000 | $138,000–$182,000 |
| Senior Family Office PA | 7+ years | $150,000–$185,000 | $182,000–$235,000 |
| Principal Family Office PA | 10+ years | $185,000–$225,000 | $225,000–$295,000 |
Bonuses at New York family office firms are discretionary and typically run 10 to 25 percent. Source: TalentSmiths placement data, 2025.
Who hires Family Office Personal Assistants in New York
New York Family Office EAs and PAs are hired by Single Family Offices on the Upper East Side and in Midtown, Multi-Family Offices, and UHNW individuals with New York as their primary residence. New York family office EA compensation is the highest of any family office EA market globally.
Frequently Asked Questions
A Family Office PA manages the personal world of a UHNW principal: household logistics, family schedules, travel, property coordination, and the private relationships that define the principal's life outside of business. The role demands absolute discretion and the ability to manage complexity across multiple residences and jurisdictions.
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Page last reviewed: May 2025. Compensation data current as of: Q4 2025.