Executive Assistant – Dubai

About the role

The Hong Kong Trade Development Council is seeking a proactive Executive Assistant to support the Regional Director for the Middle East & Africa in its Dubai office. This role provides comprehensive administrative and financial support while ensuring smooth day‑to‑day operations.

Key responsibilities

• Provide full‑spectrum executive, secretarial and administrative support to senior management.
• Manage office financial administration, including budgeting, expense monitoring, invoice processing, reimbursements and coordination with banks, accountants and auditors.
• Organise calendars, appointments, meetings and business travel arrangements.
• Draft, review and manage correspondence in English and Chinese.
• Handle confidential information with the highest level of discretion.
• Perform ad‑hoc assignments as directed by management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Finance or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of experience as an Executive Assistant, Executive Secretary, Personal Assistant or similar role supporting senior executives.
• Fluent spoken and written English and Mandarin Chinese; Cantonese is a plus.
• Arabic language skills are highly desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, strong organisational abilities and high attention to detail.
• Professional, mature, discreet and able to work independently under pressure.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Excel
• Microsoft PowerPoint
• Microsoft Outlook

What we offer

• Dynamic, multicultural working environment.
• Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• Annual leave and public holidays in accordance with UAE Labour Law.
• Medical insurance coverage for the employee.
• End‑of‑service gratuity as per UAE Labour Law.
• Air ticket allowance in line with company policy.
• Two‑year fixed‑term contract with renewal prospects.