Family offices in Washington, Bethesda and Northern Virginia hire from a large pool of finance, legal and policy professionals, which suits chief of staff and operations roles.
Family office salaries in Washington, DC
| Role | Base salary (estimate) | Typical bonus |
|---|---|---|
| Family Office Controller | $195K–$265K | 15–25% |
| Family Office Accountant | $105K–$160K | 5–15% |
| Family Office Tax Manager | $165K–$230K | 10–20% |
| Family Office CFO | $330K–$530K | 25–50% |
| Family Office Chief of Staff | $165K–$275K | 15–30% |
| Family Office Operations Manager | $145K–$220K | 10–20% |
| Family Office Executive Assistant | $100K–$165K | 10–20% |
| Family Office Payroll Manager | $120K–$165K | 5–15% |
| Head of Family Office | $385K–$660K | 30–60% |
| Family Office Investment Analyst | $110K–$175K | 15–40% |
Estimated base salary at a single family office managing $250M–$1B, 10% above the national midpoint.
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Hiring a family office team in Washington, DC
The strongest candidates in Washington, DC 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.
Family office jobs in Washington, DC
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Family office questions for Washington, DC
How much does a family office controller make in Washington, DC?
We estimate $195K–$265K base at a single family office managing $250M–$1B, 10% above the national midpoint.
Are there family office jobs in Washington, DC?
Yes. Most family office roles in Washington, DC are filled through referrals and specialist recruiters rather than public postings.
Do you recruit for family offices in Washington, DC?
Yes. We run confidential searches in Washington, DC for controllers, accountants, tax managers, chiefs of staff and more.