Personal Assistant to the CEO - Professional Services

Irwin & Dow

Dubai, UAE

Ref: NP447-599

Job description / Role

Employment: Full Time

This role represents an excellent opportunity for a professional Executive Assistant to join a prominent company with focus on professional services; offering independent and balanced advice to their clients and providing innovative and credible solutions.

The role will support the CEO in all areas of the business and oversee the smooth running of the office. The role is highly energetic and we are seeking a proactive and motivated individual who is able to manage complex workloads, travel itineraries and remain effective under pressure. With exceptional English, (French would be considered a bonus), verbal and written and communication skills, coupled with a confident and diplomatic approach, you will be the liaison between clients and the CEO and maintain strong relationships with executives and staff in the region and on a global level. The CEO travels extensively and much of the work is remote support as he spends little time in the office. There is also considerable private support as you will assist with maintaining his properties, paying bills, arranging flights for his family etc.

Requirements

some presentation work on MS PowerPoint. Hence, candidates must possess advanced knowledge of MS Office and excellent English grammar and attention to detail. Skill set, followed by cultural fit are the two most important criteria for this role as well as professionalism, open communication and strong team playing ability. Local experience is essential although industry experience is not.

This is a demanding and operational role but you will be rewarded with a professional working atmosphere in the heart of the DIFC, strong team support and an attractive bonus.

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.

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Personal Assistant salaries in UAE

Average monthly compensation
AED 10,000

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