Executive & Marketing Assistant

GG Selection

Dubai, UAE

Ref: RP506-236

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

To support the Regional Manager (Middle East) in his day to day coordination and administrative duties and the Group Marketing Director in administering effective regional marketing activities.

JOB DIMENSIONS

Regional Business Manager: day to day support of the Regional Managers diary, travel, appointments, reporting and presentation administration as well as any other adhoc duties / responsibilities required.

Group Marketing Director: coordinate the marketing activities for the Middle East region, as directed by the GMD.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Devising and maintaining regional management tools, systems and reporting including data management and filing
• Arranging travel (flights, visas, accommodation) on behalf of the Regional Manager
• Screening phone calls, enquiries and requests, and handling them when appropriate
• Complex diary management, dealing with incoming email, faxes and post, often corresponding on behalf of the Regional Manager
• Carrying out background research and presenting findings;
• Producing complex documents, briefing papers, reports and presentations
• Organizing and attending meetings (both on and offsite) and ensuring the Regional Manager is well prepared for meetings
• Liaising and coordinating with group and the Regional Managers direct reports
• Deputizing for the Regional Manager, making decisions and delegating work to others in his absence;
• Dissemination of marketing campaigns and internal communications
• Brand compliance and “house-keeping” to ensure adherence to policy
• Creation and formatting of content for internal newsletters
• Any other marketing duties as required by Corporate Marketing Team
• Being involved in decision-making processes

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• Native English speaker, exceptional written and oral communication skills
• Excellent word processing and IT skills, including knowledge of a range of software packages
• The ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines with excellent organizational and time management skills
• The ability to research, digest, analyze and present complex material clearly and concisely
• Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills – honesty, reliability and attention to detail
• The ability to use your initiative, coupled with experience of a multinational environment and understanding of group policies
• Discretion, tact and experience processing confidential information
• Good business ethics and knowledge of regional protocols / customs
• Flexibility and adaptability
• Advanced MS office user
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience supporting senior manager(s)
• Energy & Industry (power generation, oil & gas) knowledge beneficial.
• In addition to English, Arabic or Spanish is an advantage.

About the Company

GG Selection is a search partner with an international presence, clients in diverse industries, and a network of talent for all levels of seniority and experience. We’re not limited by industry or geography, and we treat every brief and every client like the individual case it is — never making assumptions or taking anything for granted, and always tailoring our service to the needs we discover.

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Marketing Assistant salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 5,500

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