Leaman Consulting LLP

Chief of Staff - Investment Family Office (Remote and visiting on site when required) £130 - 175k DOE depending on content and level of experience. Chief of Staff - Investments - Family Office (Remote and visiting on site when required). Mainly remote with occasional visits to the City and Surrey. ACCA or a similar qualification is required to qualify for this role. The Principal is a highly respected and likeable head of a successful international tech firm. This is a first-time hire with potential for growth. Essential: Degree standard with a Family Office background or supporting an UHNW individual with high-level administrative support, planning, and management of personal investments and assets. Must be an excellent communicator with keen attention to detail, experienced in handling paperwork related to multiple personal investments. Financially astute, loyal, discreet, and willing to be hands-on. Flexible, proactive, and able to work remotely with occasional site visits (Surrey or City). Self-starter capable of implementing new systems, tracking private investments, and maintaining legal and administrative compliance. Reporting directly to the Principal, overseeing private investments and personal assets in the UK and globally. Responsible for due diligence, managing investment processes, liaising with third parties, and conducting research on investment opportunities. Review and distill information/documents regarding investments and assets for the Principal, ensuring timely handling of all matters. Maintain an organized electronic filing system for legal and investment documentation. Provide analysis and commercial insights on private investments, monitor performance, and prepare summaries. Collaborate with accountants and lawyers as needed, and ensure regulatory compliance. Manage personal finances, expenditure, insurances, budgets, property refurbishments, and personal staff contracts. Support with family assets including UK and international properties and transportation. Assist with ad-hoc requests, travel with the Principal as needed, and attend external meetings on their behalf. Out-of-hours availability for urgent matters is required. Maintain confidentiality and discretion at all times. Build professional relationships quickly, liaise effectively with external providers, and demonstrate a helpful, down-to-earth personality committed to a long-term relationship. The role offers benefits and a discretionary bonus.

Head Housekeeper in the Cotswolds Location: Cotswolds, Nr Moreton-In-Marsh Salary: £45,000 - £50,000 per annum (DOE) Schedule : Monday to Friday, 9.30am/10am - 5pm. (There is flexibility with working hours, however when in residence the principals would like all staff to finish before 5pm and not start prior to 9am). The Principals travel frequently, so whilst there is downtime, there will also be the a deep cleaning schedule in place during these periods. The Principals are a high profile family who value their privacy. They have strong values when it comes to ecology and biodiversity, so it is essential the housekeeper has thorough knowledge of environmentally friendly cleaning practices utilising environmentally friendly, non toxic cleaning products at all times. The property is a large new-build property, due for completion in August 2025. It has been built to an exceptionally high standard sent in a wonderful countryside setting. Initially you will be the sole-housekeeper joining a small friendly team of approximately 5 staff including a chef, estate manager, gardener and PA. As the estate develops with the planned addition of a guest house and further residence on site there will be scope for an additional housekeeper or the cleaners for which the head housekeeper will be responsible. There is a wonderful dedicated staff area, where you can take your breaks. This includes its own entrance along with kitchen, bathroom and lounge area. Responsibilities & duties include: - Perform daily cleaning tasks including dusting, vacuuming, mopping all surfaces. - Launder clothing and linen. (No ironing required!) - Coordinate with Estate Manager to ensure household supplies are well-stocked. - Manage deliveries. - Maintain organisation and cleanliness throughout the home, highlighting any maintenance or DIY issues to the Estate Manager. - Manage bins, recycling, and dishwashing duties. - Undertaking deep cleaning tasks during downtime. - Care for house plants and arrange fresh flowers from deliveries. - Provide attentive care to luxury and specialist materials and ensure eco-friendly cleaning practices are followed. Requirements : - Previous experience as a Housekeeper in a similar private household environment. - Discretion is essential. Both principals are high profile individuals, however they like to maintain a high degree of privacy when home. - Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks efficiently. - Excellent attention to detail. - Discretion and professionalism when dealing with sensitive information and household matters. - Familiarity with eco-friendly cleaning products and practices preferred. - Strong communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with other staff and the principals. Benefits : - 45-50k salary - Discretional annual bonus - Annual salary review - Onsite parking - 25 days holiday - Flexibility around working hours (to accommodate childcare etc). Please note that we cannot guarantee a response to every application

An international boutique fine art advisory and dealership is looking for a Chief of Staff to join their established and expanding team. The company, based in Mayfair for ten years with a focus on the USA, is exceptionally dynamic and experiencing a period of intense growth. The Chief of Staff will facilitate structure, organization, and efficiency across the wider business and activity streams, acting as a trusted member of the leadership team. Responsibilities: Finance Management: Central role in daily business operations, managing funds across the company and the private offices of the two principals. Responsible for issuing daily financial reports to the board and proactively responding to financial forecasts. Experience in budget management and identifying financial problems in advance is essential. People Management: Streamlining the onboarding of new colleagues, ensuring appropriate resources and permissions are in place. Responsible for ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions. Compliance: Ensure the company and wider group's compliance with legal and regulatory requirements within various jurisdictions. Work closely with legal and financial advisors to inform long-term strategizing. Asset Management: Manage different kinds of international assets such as cars, yachts, wine, real estate, and venture capital, in collaboration with the principals' personal team. Technology Management: Responsible for managing IT contracts and promoting smart ways of working. Requirements: Proven leadership role within the HNW, luxury, or family office sector. Ability to work flexible hours according to the principals' time zones and willingness to travel as needed. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a positive and collaborative energy. Operate with the highest levels of respect, discretion, and confidentiality. The company is looking for someone smart, capable, and personable to join the team for an exciting future ahead. Excellent package offered.

Senior Private PA (with Chief of Staff Duties) - Knightsbridge Senior Private PA (with Chief of Staff Duties) - Knightsbridge £100 - £110,000 + bonus + bens package 6 - 7 years+ in a senior private PA position mainly based in the household and longevity is needed for this role to be considered. An outstanding role has arisen for a polished (degree standard preferred) Senior Private PA (with Chief of Staff duties) to oversee the management of a busy fully staffed household and to support this UHNW Family in all Private & Household matters. This is a very important role for the family who are looking for a long term commitment with someone who has very high standards and will take care of their private requirements and keep the household running extremely well. A good communicator, excellent at dealing with staff and suppliers alike, you will have a pleasant and helpful personality but the gravitas to get things done well and efficiently. You will have a background working within a busy UHNW household and have excellent experience dealing with all matters of household staff management including recruitment performance, coordination, and rotas. You will have high standards and lead by example in a Chief of Staff style manner. Friendly yet always professional and one step ahead. Dealing with budgets and liaising with external teams when required. Supporting from the Residence, this is a wonderful role for an inclusive and interesting family who will respect and rely on your experience and skills to keep things running at a high level. A good negotiator when it comes to obtaining quotes and keeping an eye on the best deals for the family. With a positive outlook and proactive approach, your role has always had a high level of discretion attached to it and you will be a trusted right hand to the Principals in every respect. Supporting the Family with private matters including all diary management, travel, events, purchases for the household, maintenance, any refurbishment work required, dealing with suppliers and contractors, negotiating, updating the household book, and assisting the staff to perform their duties to a high level. The role will grow over time and incorporate other interesting projects and purchases, and you will be involved in overseeing and running these. Lovely family with high standards and very busy lives, so you will come from a household that has a similar 'feel.' Happy to roll up your sleeves and muck in when needed, this is a busy, very hands-on role for someone with energy and lots to give.

Private PA - UHNW Family Kensington (Primarily Office Based West End) Job Description Private PA, working with the Executive Assistant, you'll be a close knit team providing a core linchpin to the smooth running of the family's private lives. You'll support the effective day to day administration and coordination, as well as assisting with the management of the Family's Household team and private residence. You'll coordinate, streamline and deliver on the priorities of the Principal and be key in upholding the family's values and principles. Being central to their day to day lives and privileged to sensitive information, you will need to have discretion and confidentiality at the forefront of your mind. The Role Contract type: Full-time Location: London (primarily office based) Reporting to: The Executive Assistant Private Residence Support the coordination and planning of home maintenance at the Principals' residences, attending on site as and when required. Support the management of utility bills, family vehicles, other household day to day requirements for all properties. Research and purchase household items for the family as and when requested. Support the recruitment of household staff for the family, ensuring their skills sets are aligned with the requirements of the roles and they are aligned with the family's principles and values. Assist with household accounts and budgets. Assist with the management of house staff, including rota management. Travel Management for the Principals (and their family members) Arrange all aspects of private and corporate worldwide and domestic travel including the preparation of ever-changing comprehensive itineraries, flights, hotel bookings, car parking and car hire etc. Private plane logistics and liaising with the management company. Assist with travel arrangements for external/internal visitors as and when required. Arrange visas and keep passports and other travel documents up to date. In consideration of time zones, should urgent matters arise, be contactable after hours and on weekends when the Principals are travelling abroad. Maintain the travel record spreadsheet. Private and Confidential Diary Management Effective communication and coordination of the Principal's diaries, with contacts at affiliated companies, family members and other guests. Ensure the Outlook calendars reflect all known business and private appointments (meetings, lunches, and dinners), travel commitments and reminders. Administration Implement and maintain an efficient filing system. Review, proofread and edit documents prepared/required for signature. Assist with the preparation and finalisation of presentations. Professionally respond to worldwide affiliated offices/external company and internal queries. Collate and accurately process invoices and the submittance of expenses. Support with administrative work for the Principals' children, liaising with the nursery and schools, medical consultations/vaccinations, activities and preparing schedules. Undertake ad hoc personal errands for the Principals. Communication Act as the first point of contact, managing incoming communication (including e-mails, messages and telephone queries) promptly, efficiently and professionally, and draft/transcribing appropriate replies where necessary. Establish and build effective, professional relationships with all contacts of the Principals, representing them in the best possible way. Ensure that household staff, contacts in overseas offices and other relevant parties are updated on any relevant travel, meeting and guest arrangements, and the household staff schedules/work is managed during travel periods. Additional Projects Coordinate and organise events to a high standard within defined budgets and timescales. (Attendance may be required at these events outside normal working hours). There may be, at times, the need to travel with the Principals and their families. Undertake other duties and tasks as required. About you Relevant experience & education Previous experience demonstrating a high-level of private PA support. Experience supporting a family with young children would be highly preferable. Previous experience in coordinating high volume complex diary management, meetings (domestic and international) and ever-changing travel arrangements. Some experience in managing properties and overseeing maintenance. Experience in managing event coordination. Financially minded with experience in managing budgets, ensuring value for money is achieved with a creative approach and good negotiation skills. Discreet with experience in being accountable for sensitive and confidential information. Emotionally intelligent with strong and effective interpersonal and communication skills. Approachable and a real team player, holding the ability to build and maintain key working relationships. A positive outlook, with a 'can do', determined approach. Proactive, solutions focused and used to anticipating and looking ahead to requirements. Motivated to make improvements to current practices, with a creative approach to solving issues. Strong planning and organisational skills with a flexible approach and proven ability to multitask and work at pace. Integrity, professionalism, trust and confidentiality are key requirements. Experience working autonomously with the ability to work on own initiative, holding good decision making skills and sound reasoning and judgement. Proven analytical skills, with excellent attention to detail and ability to focus and hone in on relevant information. Good, effective administrative skills. A strong learning ethic and ability to undertake investigative work on own initiative. Flexibility in relation to working hours and last-minute requests. Top package and bonus (Under a company umbrella)

FILLED - Chief of Staff/Operations - Hybrid/W1 This is a new role created by a very successful and growing international business within the Arts. Your background will show UHNW, Family Office or a luxury background at senior level in operations. Degree standard with a motivated energy and a keen interest in your work and accomplishing goals. Financially astute, you will liaise with the company accountants and advisors with regard to strategy, reports, management of cashflow, budgeting & forecasting, financial analysis, and managing the receivable and payable processes; a financial qualification is preferred. You will also be responsible for legal and compliance issues across various jurisdictions. Having a central role in daily business operations, you will also be involved in the personal and business interests of the two Founding Partners. You will be business-minded, targeted, and professional. Responsible with the General Manager for people management, onboarding, and some training for new colleagues to the business, a good general overview of HR is needed along with a personable, hands-on approach. A top communicator able to build relationships quickly. Experience with managing a wide portfolio of interests and how they interact is essential; you will also liaise internationally on behalf of the Principals regarding international assets such as cars, yachts, wine, real estate, and venture capital. Flexible when needed, you will also be happy to travel occasionally abroad to oversee or manage various projects. You will show a similar role of this responsibility in the past at senior level and work in collaboration with Principals and colleagues. Excellent package + bonus + career opportunity.

Chief of Staff - Investment Family Office (Remote and visiting on site when required) £130 - 175k DOE depending on content and level of experience. Remote mainly with occasional visits to the City and Surrey. ACCA or similar qualification is needed. The Principal is a highly respected and likeable head of a very successful international tech firm. This is a first-time hire and will grow over time. Degree standard with a Family Office background (Essential) or supporting an UHNW individual with a high level of administrative support and planning regarding personal investments & assets. An excellent communicator with a keen eye for detail, accustomed to dealing with a large amount of paperwork/administration regarding multiple personal investments. Financially astute, loyal, and discreet. Happy to roll up the sleeves when required. Flexible and hands-on. Happy to work remotely and visit the Principal when required (Surrey or City). A self-starter who can implement new systems, track the private investments of the Principal, and keep the paperwork and legal requirements up to date in every respect. Reporting directly to the Principal, overseeing the private investments & personal assets in the UK & worldwide. Responsibilities include reviewing and conducting due diligence on all new and potential investment opportunities, managing the investment process and reporting, and being the key point of contact with lawyers, banks, accountants, and other third parties. Liaise with the Accountant on tax matters regarding personal investments and conduct research on any planned investments. Read and review all pertinent information/documents regarding personal investments and assets and report distilled points for the Principal's consideration/decision. Ensure all matters are dealt with in a timely manner, prioritizing time-sensitive issues. Keep an up-to-date electronic filing system of all private investments & legal matters. Analyze content and provide a commercial view on private investment matters and next steps. Consult with an accountant or lawyer when required. Monitor investment performance on all investments and provide regular updates. Proof-read, distill, and summarize investment, banking, and legal documents into succinct information for the Principal. Complete necessary regulatory requirements for donations, trusts, portfolios, and new investments. Flag any issues and provide informed opinions when required. Manage the Principal's personal finances & expenditure and provide a monthly report. Deal with all private insurances and obtain comparative quotes for residences, cars & other assets. Monitor renewal dates on all insurances and obtain comparative quotes. Assist with any budgets and management of refurbishment works to family residences or property investments in the UK or abroad. Manage any personal payroll requirements. Create employment contracts for personal staff. Manage & purchase all family transport. Manage all assets for the Family, including UK and international property. Support with various ad-hoc requests and travel with the Principal on occasion when required. Attend external meetings on behalf of the Principal if necessary. Be available out of hours for urgent matters. A high level of discretion and confidentiality is expected in this role, and excellent references are required. Able to build relationships quickly and liaise with external providers in a professional manner. A down-to-earth and helpful personality wanting to build a trusted relationship with the Principal and commit for the long term. The role comes with benefits and a discretionary bonus.