Lily Pond Services is conducting a confidential search on behalf of a highly regarded entrepreneurial principal with wide-ranging business and personal interests. We are seeking an exceptional Chief of Staff to serve as the trusted right hand within a private Family Office based in Palm Beach. This is a rare, high-impact opportunity for a seasoned professional who thrives in a dynamic, high-stakes environment and brings genuine intellectual curiosity, sharp strategic instinct, and impeccable judgment to every interaction.
Key Responsibilities
In addition to classic Chief of Staff duties, you will:
- Track and drive progress across competing priorities, projects, and strategic initiatives
- Brief the Principal thoroughly before all meetings and events
- Represent the Principal with complete professionalism — the ultimate ambassador
- Build and maintain high-trust relationships both internally and externally
- Work seamlessly with a team of personal assistants to ensure smooth daily operations
- Act as a discreet and authoritative gatekeeper
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree advantageous
- Proven experience supporting a UHNW individual, private family office, or senior principal
- Exceptional discretion, judgment, and comfort handling highly sensitive information
- Strong analytical and research skills (including due diligence and background vetting)
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, proactive, and calm under pressure
- Polished presence with the ability to move effortlessly between corporate, private, and social environments
Relevant backgrounds may include law, management consultancy, private office leadership, luxury real estate, or senior roles within UHNW households and family offices. Above all, calibre, character, and proven capability matter most. Only candidates with 5–10 years of demonstrated Chief of Staff (or equivalent senior private-office) experience, outstanding verifiable references, and a clear track record of success at this level will be considered.
Compensation: $500,000+ total, open depending on experience and fit.
To apply Please send your CV in confidence to info@lilypondservices.com.
