Accounts and Admin Assistant

KOTRA - UAE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading asset management company in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Accounting & Administrative Assistant. The role involves supporting administrative tasks, coordinating with service providers, and providing accounting support. Candidates should have 3-8 years of experience, proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and strong communication skills. This position offers a salary based on experience and skills, along with a 6-month probation period.

Benefits

Insurance support

Visa support

Annual leave as per UAE labor law

Qualifications

• 3–8 years of experience in accounting and/or administrative work.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles.
• Strong coordination and communication skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Support all general administrative tasks.
• Prepare and manage internal documents.
• Coordinate with external service providers.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Job description

The Role

KOTRA Dubai helps UAE-based Korean clients for recruitment. KOTRA Dubai DOESN'T ACCEPT TELEPHONE INQUIRIES. KOTRA Dubai has NO RESPONSIBILITY for the contract between the company below and the applicants.

Company Name : Hanwha Asset Management (MENA) Limited Company Location : Al Sila Tower, Al Maryah Island, Abu Dhabi Company Introduction : Hanwha is seventh–largest business group in South Korea, as of 2023, our total sales reached 61 billion USD, and we operate a global network of 776 entities worldwide. In 2024, we were named to the TIME 100 Most Influential Companies list. Hanwha Asset Management founded in 1988, is a full-service investment firm providing equities, fixed income, ETFs, real assets, and private equity / venture capital—across both domestic and global markets. Hanwha Asset Management has approximately 400 employees and manages USD 76 billion in assets. Our main business is : 1) Development and management of fund products, 2) Discretionary investment management and advisory services. Hanwha Asset Management already has overseas entities in the United States and Singapore, and this year we are planning to establish a new entity in Abu Dhabi. We are currently recruiting founding members to help build this new company together. Company History & Achievements : At the end of March 2025, we were one of South Korea’s top five asset management companies with USD 76,007 million in assets under management (AUM). By demonstrating our outstanding expertise in both alternative investment and traditional investment, we achieved the No. 1 position among comprehensive asset management companies in the overseas infrastructure investment fund category. In 2021, as part of expanding into digital finance, we launched the PINE app, a platform for direct sales of funds for individual investors. The app is well recognized by investors, including Millennials and Generation Z, as easy to use with no sales commission and useful investment information. In addition, we plan to obtain a REITs AMC from South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and enter the REITs business starting in 2023. These diverse efforts earned us the Grand Prize in the fund platform category at the ‘2024 The Most Trusted Brand Awards’ of The Chosun Daily, the ‘2024 The Most Recommended Brand Awards by customers’ of Korea Joongang Daily and the ‘2023 Korea National Brand Awards’ of The Chosun Daily. Looking ahead, we will continue to build the foundation for future growth with a focus on the retirement planning market and alternative investments. We are also actively promoting global businesses and digital financial platforms as we become a comprehensive asset management solutions provider and top–tier asset management company in Asia. We are also actively promoting global businesses and digital financial platforms as we become a comprehensive asset management solutions provider and top–tier asset management company in Asia.

Hanwha Asset Management already has overseas entities in the United States and Singapore, and this year we are planning to establish a new entity in Abu Dhabi. We are currently recruiting founding members to help build this new company together. Company History & Achievements : At the end of March 2025, we were one of South Korea’s top five asset management companies with USD 76,007 million in assets under management (AUM). By demonstrating our outstanding expertise in both alternative investment and traditional investment, we achieved the No. 1 position among comprehensive asset management companies in the overseas infrastructure investment fund category. In 2021, as part of expanding into digital finance, we launched the PINE app, a platform for direct sales of funds for individual investors. The app is well recognized by investors, including Millennials and Generation Z, as easy to use with no sales commission and useful investment information. In addition, we plan to obtain a REITs AMC from South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport and enter the REITs business starting in 2023. These diverse efforts earned us the Grand Prize in the fund platform category at the ‘2024 The Most Trusted Brand Awards’ of The Chosun Daily, the ‘2024 The Most Recommended Brand Awards by customers’ of Korea Joongang Daily and the ‘2023 Korea National Brand Awards’ of The Chosun Daily. Looking ahead, we will continue to build the foundation for future growth with a focus on the retirement planning market and alternative investments. We are also actively promoting global businesses and digital financial platforms as we become a comprehensive asset management solutions provider and top–tier asset management company in Asia.

Job Description : Accounting & Administrative Assistant

This position covers a broad range of administrative, accounting, and basic HR support duties, requiring strong organizational and communication skills. The accounting work will be coordinated with external accounting and service providers, so in-depth technical expertise is not required — only a clear understanding of accounting processes and attention to accuracy. We value individuals who are diligent, honest, and responsible, and who can contribute to building the company’s local operations from the ground up.

Administrative Duties

• Support all general administrative tasks related to company setup and day-to-day office operations.
• Prepare and manage internal documents, reports, and filing systems.
• Coordinate with external service providers such as accounting, legal, or administrative firms as required.
• Assist with basic HR-related matters including employee records, onboarding, and attendance tracking.
• Facilitate smooth communication between the Abu Dhabi office and the headquarters.
• Perform multiple administrative tasks efficiently and proactively.

Accounting Support

• Liaise with external accounting firms to request, review, and update financial data.
• Input or revise accounting information as instructed by the headquarters.
• Maintain organized records of invoices, receipts, and expense documents.
• Provide administrative assistance for accounting reports and audits when necessary.

Requirements

• 3–8 years of experience in accounting and/ or administrative work.
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Strong coordination and communication skills in English.
• Detail-oriented, responsible, and able to work independently.
• Diligent, honest, and positive attitude toward work.
• Must be able to work and reside in Abu Dhabi.

Working Conditions

Expected Date of Recruitment : November 2025 / Negotiable

Salary : Salary depending on experience and skills

Term of the Contract : 6 months’ probation period, after that yearly base contract

Working Hours : 8 hours / day, 08 : 00-17 : 00 (or 09 : 00-18 : 00)

Annual leaves : As per UAE labor law

Severance payment : As per UAE labor law

Insurance : Support

Visa : Support

Flight fee to home country : Not Support

Accompanying Family : Not Support

About the company

Since its establishment in 1962 as part of the Koreas first 5-year Economic Plan, KOTRA has been dedicated to creating new export markets and increasing Koreas trade value, which reached $1 trillion in 2011. In the late 1990s, the agency helped Korea overcome the Financial Crisis by starting its foreign direct investment promotion division. And in the last half century, KOTRA has played a significant role in supporting Korean companies expanding overseas. Today, the world economy is more volatile than ever due to the European financial crisis, China's hindered economic growth, upcoming elections in 15 countries and security issues in the Middle East. In preparation for a rapidly changing market environment, and using Koreas expansive FTA network, KOTRA is focusing on the globalization of small and medium sized enterprises(SMEs), the backbone of the Korean economy, by providing them with customized support related to global business establishment and export.