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​Mansour Baker, SHRM-CP
​Posted 06 September 2017
​Revised 25 October 2019

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Private Office 
A private office will provide various services to the personal life and needs of the family. A private office needs to be tailored to the needs of the family and based on international best practices. Some of the personal needs to be built around a private office are wealth/investment, lifestyle, guests, health, public image, etc.
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Mandate

• A private office mandate is to provide excellent support services to
  the family.

Blueprint Road Map
A blueprint of a private office serves as a setup and a road map for implementing key areas:

1. Governance Model
2. Organizational Structure
3. Job Descriptions
4. Business Processes
5. People & Competencies
6. Tools and Equipment's

  
Key Functions
A private office will have various key functions to manage the family affairs. Some of the key functions are:​

1. Health Services: Provide health services to maintain a healthy family lifestyle.
2. Finance: Manage the family financial activities such as budgeting, reporting, accounting, and payments.
3. Butler Services: To coordinate food and beverages, clothing, and housekeeping for the family.

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​Private Office Service Levels - Example
A private office guest or VIP coming from abroad may be provided with the following services:

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