Executive Assistant

About the role

Based in Dubai Festival City, the Executive Assistant will support the CEO and General Manager, ensuring smooth operation of a fast‑growing construction business. The role involves high‑level administrative and organisational support, coordinating leadership activities, meetings and communications across Roberts Co and its parent company, Arada.

Key responsibilities

• Proactively manage two diaries, inboxes and competing priorities for senior leaders.
• Coordinate leadership, board and committee meetings from planning through delivery, including agendas, papers, minutes and action tracking.
• Prepare presentations, reports and briefing materials for senior stakeholders, including Arada executives and clients.
• Organise leadership events, off‑sites, site visits and regional and international travel.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Manage expenses, invoices, approvals and general administrative processes.
• Support onboarding, people‑related activities and team coordination.
• Drive improvements to systems, processes and ways of working while handling confidential information with professionalism.

Required profile

• 8+ years’ experience as an Executive Assistant supporting C‑suite or senior leaders in a fast‑paced environment.
• Experience in construction, property or professional services, preferably in the UAE or GCC.
• Proven ability to manage conflicting priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills; Arabic is an advantage.
• Highly organised, proactive, adaptable with a high level of attention to detail.
• Professional, discreet and customer‑focused approach.