Executive Assistant to Senior Vice President of Resort Operations

About the role

Travel + Leisure Co. is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Senior Vice President of Resort Operations in Dubai. The role offers the chance to work in a dynamic hospitality environment, ensuring smooth executive operations and contributing to memorable travel experiences.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison and gatekeeper for the Senior Vice President.
• Manage a complex email inbox, calendar, and global travel arrangements.
• Draft, proofread, and format executive‑level documents and communications.
• Coordinate meetings, agendas, minutes, and follow‑up actions.
• Organise bi‑annual executive off‑sites and company events.
• Handle expense reports, approvals, and board communications.
• Support VIP travel, guest logistics, and internal/external liaison.
• Maintain organisational charts, passwords, and system access records.
• Coordinate YPO‑related communications and meetings.
• Provide flexible support outside standard hours when required.

Required profile

• Proven experience supporting senior executives (C‑suite or SVP level).
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism.
• Strong time‑management, multitasking and prioritisation abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills; shorthand and minute‑taking are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Team player with a customer‑first mindset and strong work ethic.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for events and executive support.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

What we offer

• Professional development funding.
• Discounted hotel stays across Australia, Fiji, and New Zealand.
• Career development opportunities.
• Birthday leave.