Executive Assistant - Private Equity

Black Pearl; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious sovereign wealth fund in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to their Private Equity Department. The successful candidate will coordinate meetings, prepare departmental reports, and maintain records while ensuring confidentiality and professionalism. Candidates with over 10 years of experience in administrative roles and proficiency in Microsoft Office are encouraged to apply. This position offers a chance to work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ administrative experience, preferably within the financial services or investment industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other presentation tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic language skills are an advantage).

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate meetings, conference calls, travel arrangements, and special events.
• Support in preparing IC presentations and departmental reports.
• Perform specialized record keeping and manage databases.

Skills

Administrative support

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Business Administration

Job description

Overview

We are partnering with a prestigious sovereign wealth fund in Abu Dhabi to hire an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and operational support to their Private Equity Department. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting senior stakeholders and ensuring the smooth running of departmental activities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and facilitate meetings, conference calls, travel arrangements, and special events.
• Support in preparing IC presentations and departmental reports.
• Perform specialized record keeping, database management, and information-gathering projects.
• Maintain calendars, schedule appointments, and manage correspondence.
• Handle sensitive information with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion.
• Project a professional and positive image of the department in all interactions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma holder in Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years’ administrative experience, preferably within the financial services or investment industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) and other presentation tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (Arabic language skills are an advantage).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• High degree of professionalism, courtesy, and patience.
• Proven ability to maintain records, manage databases, and compile reports.

Disclaimer: Black Pearl will never ask for money or any form to charge our candidates just to process or consider their application for any of our available vacancies. If you happen to receive such request from any members of our staff or other individuals claiming to be part of Black Pearl, please do call our office.