Executive Assistant to CEO

Our client is a 6 year old group with HQ in Dubai, UAE but has business and trading roots between Istanbul, London and Dubai since 2010. The group entity has three major business lines - Luxury Properties (specifically bespoke and customized luxury villas which could be value between USD 15 to 50mn), Luxury Automobiles and Luxury Interior Design.

The firm is founded by two Turkish brothers and their CEO is a South Asian origin British national who has been with them for the last 15 years.

We’re looking for a discreet, well-presented Executive Assistant to support the CEO in Dubai. Given the nature of the role, being multi-lingual is essential (both, English and Urdu/Hindi). We're specifically seeking someone with international exposure and holding a British passport, as the role will involve international travel. Effectively manage the CEO's schedule, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and conference calls. Coordinate and prioritize commitments, ensuring that the CEO is well-prepared for all engagements. Scheduling and managing the CEO's emails, calendar, meetings, travels, bookings and engagements. Scheduling and managing meetings and appointments within a rapidly changing set of priorities and demands for the CEO.

Serving as the primary point of contact for incoming queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding CEO matters, including highly confidential or critical matters. Attend meetings with the CEO, take minutes, and follow up on action items. This role may require occasional overtime and flexibility in working hours to accommodate the CEO's schedule. Occasionally, will be required to handle CEO's personal projects/tasks.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business administration, communications, or a related field. Experience working as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant for at least two years. Should have the flexibility to travel to multiple countries on business.

Required Skills: Professional communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion. Proactive approach to problem-solving and task execution. Highly organized with excellent administrative skills. Strong attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work. Flexible, hardworking, and adaptable with the ability to work independently.

Role is based in Dubai and hence, will require relocation.

Salary is highly attractive and tax free.