Chief of Staff - UHNW Family Office - ABL Recruitment : Job Details

Job title : Chief of Staff (HNWI)

Job type : Permanent

Location : London

Salary : £100000

We are seeking an experienced, highly organised, and proactive Chief of Staff to join a prestigious family office supporting an Ultra High Net Worth Individual. The ideal candidate will be a Russian speaker and possess a dynamic, discreet, and solution-driven approach to managing a diverse range of responsibilities. This is a unique opportunity to support a high-profile family office in a fast-paced and demanding environment.

Main Responsibilities:

• Serve as the main point of contact between the principal and their businesses, including secretarial and administrative duties.
• Coordinate and collaborate with a wide range of advisors, including business, tax, legal, and medical professionals.
• Oversee and manage all household staff in the UK, including staff rotas, weekly meetings, task allocation, and adherence to procedures.
• Lead recruitment efforts for household and office staff.
• Handle all financial aspects of the private office, including weekly financial reporting, payroll, expense management, tax filing, and insurance reviews.
• Oversee all legal matters, including contracts, employment agreements, NDAs, and liaising with lawyers to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
• Manage the family office's asset portfolio, including artwork and property rentals, ensuring smooth logistics and inventory management.
• Maintain strict financial policies and procedures, ensuring all staff adhere to company financial practices.
• Open to International travelling

Skills & Experience:

• At least 4 years of experience in a similar high-level role
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks effectively.
• A solution-oriented mindset, always proactive and willing to take on any challenge.
• A proactive, 'can-do' attitude with the flexibility to deal with changing priorities.
• A strong communicator who is able to work effectively with senior-level professionals and household staff alike.
• A hands-on approach to problem-solving and managing day-to-day operations.
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with the utmost discretion and professionalism.
• Fluent in Russian (preferred).