Executive Assistant to CEO (Dubai)

About the role

The company is seeking a senior Executive Assistant to provide comprehensive support to the CEO in a fast‑paced Dubai environment. The role blends executive and selective personal assistance, requiring high discretion, digital confidence and the ability to manage competing priorities independently.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the CEO’s complex calendar, meetings, travel itineraries and logistics, anticipating conflicts and ensuring timely follow‑up.
• Prepare briefing materials, correspondence and executive communications, and track key actions, deadlines and decisions.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders, handling both business and selected personal matters with strict confidentiality.
• Exercise sound judgement to determine what requires the CEO’s attention versus what can be resolved independently.

Required profile

• 5+ years of experience supporting a CEO, founder or senior C‑level executive.
• Proactive, adaptable and calm under pressure with strong organisational and follow‑through skills.
• Highly trustworthy, discreet and able to maintain professional boundaries.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic is an advantage.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Google Workspace.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office.