Palm Beach and West Palm Beach hold one of the densest concentrations of ultra-high-net-worth residents in the US. Offices here often hire controllers and chiefs of staff who split time with a northern office.
Family office salaries in Palm Beach
| Role | Base salary (estimate) | Typical bonus |
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| Family Office Controller | $180K–$245K | 15–25% |
| Family Office Accountant | $100K–$150K | 5–15% |
| Family Office Tax Manager | $155K–$215K | 10–20% |
| Family Office CFO | $310K–$495K | 25–50% |
| Family Office Chief of Staff | $155K–$260K | 15–30% |
| Family Office Operations Manager | $135K–$205K | 10–20% |
| Family Office Executive Assistant | $95K–$155K | 10–20% |
| Family Office Payroll Manager | $115K–$155K | 5–15% |
| Head of Family Office | $360K–$620K | 30–60% |
| Family Office Investment Analyst | $105K–$165K | 15–40% |
Estimated base salary at a single family office managing $250M–$1B, 3% above the national midpoint.
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Hiring a family office team in Palm Beach
The strongest candidates in Palm Beach usually come from Big 4 and regional CPA firms' private client groups, fund administrators, private banks and other family offices. Most are not looking; they move when the right office calls, which is why a targeted, confidential search works better than a job posting.
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Family office questions for Palm Beach
How much does a family office controller make in Palm Beach?
We estimate $180K–$245K base at a single family office managing $250M–$1B, 3% above the national midpoint.
Are there family office jobs in Palm Beach?
Yes. Most family office roles in Palm Beach are filled through referrals and specialist recruiters rather than public postings.
Do you recruit for family offices in Palm Beach?
Yes. We run confidential searches in Palm Beach for controllers, accountants, tax managers, chiefs of staff and more.