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location

Atherton, CA

salary

$150,000

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$200,000

employment type

Direct Hire

category

Private Services

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Career Group

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This is an internal opportunity within Career Group Companies, a premier, Women-Owned recruitment and advisory firm recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Recruiting Firms. With over 40 years of experience, we are known for our high-touch, personalized approach and our commitment to excellence.

Director of Operations

A private family on the Peninsula is seeking a Director of Operations to support the Chief of Staff and provide high-level operational and administrative leadership across the family’s households. This role is ideal for someone with experience in team management, household operations, and administrative oversight who thrives in a hands-on, dynamic environment. The Director of Operations will work closely with the Chief of Staff to ensure smooth operations, support the family’s needs, and help build a strong team culture.

***Please note this is primarily an onsite role on the Peninsula/family office, with travel to other Northern California properties as needed. Flexibility is required.

Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Chief of Staff and family with day-to-day operations and strategic initiatives
- Manage payroll, invoicing, and home budgets, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
- Oversee vendor relationships, including invoicing, coordination, and quality oversight
- Partner with the Chief of Staff to oversee household staff, including scheduling, performance management, and team development
- Build and maintain team culture, standard operating procedures, and operational protocols
- Fill in for the Chief of Staff when they are unavailable, including light calendar and travel support as needed
- Assist with other administrative or operational tasks as required, demonstrating flexibility and service orientation
- Travel as needed to support multiple properties and family events in Northern California

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree highly preferred
- Experience in operations, household management, or similar administrative leadership roles within family office or private services
- Hands-on, service-oriented mindset; no task is too big or small
- Warm, positive, and team-oriented personality with strong interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage, mentor, and motivate staff while maintaining a high level of discretion
- Strong organizational and problem-solving skills; able to prioritize and manage multiple
- Flexible and adaptable, including potential travel and occasional overtime
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in a high-performance, dynamic environment supporting high-profile families

Compensation:
$150,000 – 200,000 depending on experience
Benefits stipend provided until family benefits plan is established.
Relocation assistance may be available.

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