Executive Assistant- Emirati

STRAGO INTERNATIONAL; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in Dubai is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Senior Vice President of Human Resources. This high-visibility role requires strong organisational skills, experience managing complex schedules, and the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion. The ideal candidate is a UAE National with a Bachelor's degree and 2-4 years of relevant experience. The position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for strategic involvement.

Qualifications

• UAE National.
• 2-4 years of experience in an executive assistant role.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the SVP HR.
• Manage complex calendar scheduling and prioritize appointments.
• Handle confidential information with utmost discretion.

Skills

Exceptional organisational abilities

Proactive problem-solving approach

Strong communication skills

Adaptability and flexibility

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

We are looking for an Executive Assistant to support the Senior Vice President of Human Resources. This is a high-visibility role that combines administrative excellence with strategic involvement. The successful candidate will work closely with the SVP HR, handling sensitive information, coordinating complex schedules, and serving as a liaison between the HR leadership and various stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative support to the SVP HR
• Shadow the SVP HR in key meetings and initiatives
• Manage complex calendar scheduling and prioritize appointments
• Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, and take detailed minutes
• Draft correspondence, reports, and presentations
• Liaise effectively between the SVP HR and various HR verticals
• Act as a bridge between HR leadership and business departments
• Handle confidential information with utmost discretion
• Prepare briefing materials for the SVP HR before meetings
• Follow up on action items and decisions from executive meetings
• Assist with special projects and initiatives as needed
• Manage travel arrangements and expense reports

Qualifications & Requirements

• UAE National
• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, HR, or related field
• 2-4 years of experience in an executive assistant role, preferably supporting senior management
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• Superior written and verbal communication abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to multitask
• Experience in taking comprehensive meeting minutes
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Professional demeanour and excellent interpersonal skills

Skills

• Exceptional organisational abilities
• Proactive problem-solving approach
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Strategic thinking and business acumenAbility to prioritise competing demands
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Professional presence and poise
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Skills & Competencies

• Exceptional organisational abilities
• Proactive problem-solving approach
• Discretion and confidentiality
• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Ability to prioritise competing demands
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Professional presence and poise
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team