December 2024 Market Update
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Your right hand and critical thinker. Detail is their middle name!
Your right hand and critical thinker. Detail is their middle name!
A family office assistant is not a run-of-the-mill assistant or even an office manager. They are all of that and more. They take care of your every detail, from the day-to-day running of the office administration (paper in the printer and the right milk in the fridge!) to assisting at a higher level with investments, business operations, etc.
Whether it’s liaising with the legal and finance teams for contracts, the minutiae of detail, signing, exchange, and execution, or the intricate details of bank transfers, paying bills, etc., they know and see everything. Trust and competency are key! Within the family office assistant role lies a multitude of responsibilities, with some pivotal tasks and duties being the primary point of contact for both you and the office. This role may also involve the potential management of junior administration staff. Additionally, it entails overseeing the payment of all family office and personal invoices and maintaining access to private banking and asset-related information. Furthermore, it involves taking charge of the management of acquisitions, business assets, and the efficient oversight of properties, vehicles, planes, horses, boats, and the associated personnel, among other duties.
The traditional recruitment process for a family office assistant involves sifting through a mountain of resumes, conducting endless interviews, and crossing fingers, hoping to strike gold. We’re here to change that!
At EST10, we’re all about delivering a concierge-style experience in the world of recruitment. Your family office assistant isn’t just a helper — they’re the Swiss Army Knife of your family’s operations. They juggle your business and personal needs, ensuring that even the most tangled tasks are straightened out with finesse. That’s why, beyond the usual skills and qualifications checklist, we dive deep into their values, personalities, and dreams. With access to a wide talent pool, the best consultants, and a knack for spotting talent, we have your best interest at heart!
Our approach goes beyond the surface — we dive deep into understanding both our clients and candidates. We ask the right questions (even the tough ones) to unearth the bigger picture.
Our process is simple:
Can’t wait 5-10 days for your new hire? No problem! We can have a temporary candidate with you within hours, even for eleventh-hour requests.
Let’s Get Started
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Yes! We love finding family office assistants on short notice. If you’re looking to fill permanent or temporary work, do get in touch.
Salaries for a family assistant range from $120,000 to $200,000+ per annum (excluding superannuation) and sometimes higher. We are also starting to see more businesses offer benefits that include:
See our most recent salary guide.
It depends on the salary of the family office assistant.
It all starts with a simple phone call to our lovely EST10 team. We will ask you what you are after and help you identify which approach is best for you.
Then, if you are looking for a temp ASAP, we’ll start the process right then and there. Or, if you want a long-term placement, we’ll explain our service and fee options as outlined in the question above.
Learn more about our employment agency process.
We are so confident about our family office assistant recruitment process that our guarantees far exceed the industry standards.
If you are not completely delighted with your permanent family office assistant hire within their first three months, we’ll replace the role at no charge.
And if you are even slightly unhappy with your temp within their first eight hours, again, we’ll replace the role at no cost. That is no cost for the first temp placement and no cost for the replacement temporary’s first day (that is double the industry standard period.)
In short, we are not happy with the placement unless you are also happy!
Family office assistants may hold titles like family office administrator, coordinator, or manager, reflecting their roles in overseeing various aspects of family office operations. They might also be known as family office executive assistants, highlighting their leadership roles and high-level support to family members. Whether specialising in finance, operations, or advisory services, they play a vital role in managing the financial and personal affairs of the families they support. These titles often adapt to each family’s unique needs and preferences and their evolving family office structures.
When selecting a family office assistant, prioritise qualities like trustworthiness, discretion, and strong communication skills. They should excel in organisation, adaptability, and attention to detail, with the ability to handle complex challenges. Professionalism, empathy, and problem-solving abilities are key to building positive relationships and addressing diverse needs. Tech-savviness and financial acumen are valuable, along with cultural sensitivity and a proactive, ethical approach. The assistant should remain loyal, dedicated, and composed under pressure, always prioritising the family’s well-being and interests.
We know where to find the best family office assistants and know what talent looks like. We also recognise potential–and that’s key in a market like this!
Finding, recruiting and retaining top family office assistants can be time-consuming.
So, what can you do? Trust us to find the perfect family office assistant for you.
Yes, a family office assistant often handles a wide range of tasks, including personal tasks, to ensure the smooth operation of both your financial and personal affairs. Their responsibilities can vary widely based on your specific needs and preferences.
This is our specialty, and it is how EST10 is different. Finding a candidate who has the right skill set is just the beginning.
We excel by matching your personality with your new family office assistant. We take time to get to know both you and the candidates so we can find the best possible fit. We’ll find you someone who is great to work with, in sync with your style and, of course, who will increase your productivity right away.
We recruit for businesses with locations that range from Sydney’s CBD to Parramatta, North Sydney, Northern Beaches, Ryde, Sutherland Shire, Southern Highlands, Western Sydney and beyond.
You can also call on us to help you find talent in Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, New Zealand and London.
