Private office · Chief of Staff

Chief of Staff, Private Investment Office

New York, NY·Hybrid·$210,000–$285,000

Strategic operator for a private investment office, bridging principal priorities, portfolio projects, team communications, and high-discretion initiatives.

Reports to: Principal
Team: Office of 8
Start date: Q3 2026
Travel: Moderate (15%)
Experience: 10+ years, including operating or investing experience
Industry: Private investment / family office
Employment: full time
Compensation: $210,000–$285,000

About the role

A single-principal investment office in New York is hiring a Chief of Staff to translate the principal's intent into execution across the office. You will run the operating cadence, own cross-functional projects that touch investments and philanthropy, prepare decision memos, and be the trusted second read on incoming opportunities. The seat is designed for a senior operator who has either scaled a company or worked inside a top-tier fund or family office and is now looking for a long-term principal partnership.

Responsibilities

·Own the principal's operating cadence: weekly priorities, quarterly planning, annual review
·Draft decision memos, briefings, and stakeholder communications
·Manage cross-functional projects spanning investments, real estate, and philanthropy
·Serve as the primary liaison to outside counsel, accountants, and advisors
·Lead special projects and confidential initiatives on behalf of the principal
·Coach and coordinate the internal team of eight across functions

Requirements

·10+ years of operating, investing, or strategy consulting experience
·Demonstrated ability to hold confidence and manage sensitive information
·Strong written communication and structured decision-making
·Track record leading through influence, not just authority

Preferred

·Prior seat inside a family office, hedge fund, or venture firm
·MBA or equivalent operating pedigree

Benefits

·Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
·Paid time off and federal holidays
·401(k) or retirement contribution (role-dependent)
·Annual performance bonus eligibility
·Confidential, partner-led candidate representation from Linear

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Posted Jul 16, 2026 · Open through Oct 16, 2026