EA / Office Manager

Job description / Role

Our client is headquartered in the UK and was established in 1989 and now boasts over 100 offices in 50 countries. It has had a regional presence for the past twenty five years and is now looking to recruit a PA/Office Manager. Reporting to the General Manager of Dubai you will play an important part in the continuity, growth and success of the business.

Principle accountabilities include managing the GM UAE and management team diaries as well as inbox and linked in responses, act as the first point of call for all calls and queries and ensuring that professional and consistent communication occurs at all times.

You will manage the office in terms of maintenance, facilities management and be involved in various ad hoc projects for the team. There will also be potential assistance in the future for startup of new offices within the region which can include research on trade licensing, finding office spaces and assisting with staff recruitment.

Additionally, research, proposal preparation, setting up sales meetings and assisting with brand marketing strategy are all part of the remit as is database management, client care and management and overseeing the monthly accounts and annual audit.

Requirements

This is very much a team focused role and will suit an individual who enjoys working in a friendly, focused and people centric environment.

We are looking for someone who has previous EA experience with strong organisational and project management skills, attention to detail and who is well able to handle pressure in a deadline driven environment.

About the Company

Irwin & Dow was established in 2013 to provide clients with a unique and highly personalised recruitment service, providing the very top calibre of candidates across the business support and secretarial function.

We provide a refreshing approach, working in close partnership with clients and candidates across diverse industry sectors; large MNC’s, government & semi -government entities, SME’s, local businesses and in the start-up and UHNWI support framework.

Great people equal great success: all our candidates are interviewed personally by a member of the team, and we develop longstanding and in-depth relationships with our clients, understanding their corporate culture and goals to ensure a successful outcome for both parties.

Our values of discretion and diplomacy are paramount, and we are pleased to be a partner of choice for clients and candidates.