Executive Assistant

Role overview

This opportunity is with a highly regarded private investment firm based in DIFC, supporting a senior executive in a demanding, high-level executive assistant role.

Key duties

• Provide senior-level administrative support in a fast-paced investment setting.
• Take ownership of executive email inboxes, sorting and responding to messages appropriately and on time.
• Serve as the main point of contact between internal teams, clients, and outside stakeholders.
• Coordinate busy calendars, meetings, governance sessions, and other important business commitments.
• Create and circulate presentations, reports, briefing material, and polished business correspondence.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including detailed travel plans and logistics.
• Assist with investment committee and leadership meetings by preparing agendas, keeping records, and tracking follow-up actions.
• Support performance review processes by booking discussions and aligning with relevant stakeholders.
• Handle confidential business and employee information with a high degree of discretion.
• Keep records organised and maintain efficient systems for information storage and retrieval.

Candidate profile

The employer is seeking an experienced executive assistant from the region who has supported senior leaders in a high-volume environment. Background in financial services or a professional services firm is preferred. The right person will be highly organised, comfortable juggling several priorities, and strong in administrative coordination and logistics. Excellent written and spoken English is essential.

What’s on offer

The role offers the chance to join a respected and established organisation with a strong market reputation. A competitive salary and overall benefits package are available, along with opportunities to build further skills and progress your career. The position is based in a premium DIFC office with hybrid working flexibility.

How to proceed

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV for consideration.