Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer

Nationwide Middle East Properties LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

A real estate company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a highly organized Executive Assistant to support the CEO. The ideal candidate must be Arabic-speaking and have over 6 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in real estate. Responsibilities include managing the CEO's calendar, preparing reports, and assisting with strategic initiatives. Strong communication skills in English are also required.

Qualifications

• 6+ years as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership.
• Experience in the real estate sector is mandatory.
• Ability to handle communication in both Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive-level support to the CEO.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence.
• Assist in real estate project coordination and market research.

Skills

Arabic language proficiency

Executive-level support

Sales coordination

Strategic management support

Excellent English communication

Job description

Overview

We are looking for a highly organized and dynamic Executive Assistant to support our CEO. The ideal candidate will be Arabic-speaking, with 6+ years of proven experience as an Executive Assistant—preferably in the real estate industry. A background in sales or strategic management is a must. This role requires professionalism, confidentiality, and the ability to anticipate the CEO’s needs while ensuring smooth business operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive-level support to the CEO, including calendar management, meeting coordination, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare reports, presentations, and correspondence with a strategic and business-focused approach.
• Assist in real estate project coordination, sales reports, and market research when required.
• Support the CEO in strategic initiatives, decision-making processes, and business planning.
• Handle communication in Arabic and English with government authorities, clients, and partners.
• Manage documentation, contracts, and follow-ups related to real estate transactions and business operations.

Qualifications & Skills

• Experience in sales coordination or strategic management support is a plus
• Minimum 6 years of experience as an Executive Assistant supporting senior leadership/CEO.
• Prior experience in the real estate sector (mandatory).
• Arabic speaker with excellent English communication skills (written & verbal).

Preferred Profile

• Candidate currently based in Abu Dhabi.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a professional executive presence.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, CEO-driven environment.