Executive Assistant Lead for VP: Global Travel & Analytics

McDermott International; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International is seeking a Senior Principal Administrative Assistant to provide high-level executive support to the VP and global team. The role requires managing calendars, travel, and communications across multiple locations, with a focus on creating precise presentations and reports.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of administrative experience, excellent MS Office and Excel skills, and strong problem-solving, interpersonal and organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Minimum of 5 years of administrative experience
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with strong Excel skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Excellent team player
• Experience in Communications or Marketing teams is a plus

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level executive support for the Vice President and team across multiple locations
• Prepare presentations and spreadsheets; compile data for reports and documents
• Produce and distribute correspondence, memos, faxes and forms
• Research and create presentations
• Manage calendars and schedules for the team
• Organize meetings and travel arrangements for senior managers
• Plan domestic and international travel itineraries
• Track expenses and report for the team
• Carry out general administrative duties (filing, typing, copying, scanning)
• Maintain holiday records and contact lists, order office supplies

Skills

Excel

Microsoft Office

Data analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

McDermott International is seeking a Senior Principal Administrative Assistant to provide high-level executive support to the VP and global team. The role requires managing calendars, travel, and communications across multiple locations, with a focus on creating precise presentations and reports.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of administrative experience, excellent MS Office and Excel skills, and strong problem-solving, interpersonal and organizational abilities.