Personal Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

About the role

WDP Jets Aviation is seeking a highly organised, discreet and proactive assistant to support the Principal across business operations, private life, university studies and a property portfolio. The role requires high availability, flexibility across time zones and occasional short‑notice travel.

Key responsibilities

• Manage business calendars, meetings, deadlines and organise client visits, events and official trips.
• Draft and handle executive, legal and diplomatic correspondence, prepare Excel trackers, reports and presentations.
• Plan end‑to‑end business travel, including private aviation logistics.
• Oversee personal schedule, household staff, drivers, service providers and academic calendar for law studies.
• Administer property portfolios – tenancy renewals, Ejari, rent collection and maintenance contracts.
• Track finances, bills, payments and maintain detailed inventories for finances, household and valuables.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years experience as a PA, EA or similar role, preferably in UHNW, family office, luxury or aviation environments.
• Meticulous, service‑oriented and able to anticipate needs.
• Valid UAE driving licence and high availability for spontaneous travel.
• Excellent English; Arabic and/or French a plus.
• Willingness to sign an NDA, undergo background checks and a genuine love for dogs.

Required skills

• Advanced Excel proficiency.
• Experience managing budgets, finances and inventories.

What we offer

• Competitive market‑based salary with performance‑based bonuses and commission opportunities.
• Flexible working arrangement with occasional remote days.
• UAE employment visa and health insurance.
• International travel exposure across aviation, real estate, diplomacy and luxury sectors.