Executive Assistant to Head of International Central Region

GSK plc; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the leadership team in Dubai. The role involves managing complex calendars, preparing meeting materials, and coordinating communications across markets. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. Fluency in English is essential, and Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience supporting senior leadership as an Executive Assistant or similar role.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive support including management of a complex calendar.
• Prepare materials for leadership meetings including agendas and presentations.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for stakeholders and draft correspondence.
• Plan and support regional business reviews and manage logistics.

Skills

Exceptional organizational skills

Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Multitasking skills

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field

Job description

Job Purpose

The Executive Assistant (EA) will provide high‑level administrative and operational support to the Head of GSK’s International Central Region. The EA will act as a trusted partner to the leadership team, enabling effective business operations, stakeholder engagement and decision‑making. This role requires exceptional organizational, communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive executive support including management of a complex calendar, travel arrangements and expense reporting.
• Prepare materials for regional and global leadership meetings, including agendas, presentations and follow‑up actions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders; draft and review correspondence, reports and presentations on behalf of the Regional Head.
• Coordinate communications across markets and global teams to ensure alignment with business priorities.
• Plan and support regional business reviews, leadership offsites and commercial events; manage logistics and liaise with local and regional teams.
• Support business operations tasks such as budget tracking, purchase order requests and vendor coordination.
• Partner with HR, Finance and Business Operations on administrative, compliance and governance activities.
• Contribute to the implementation of regional projects and initiatives as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field preferred.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience supporting senior leadership as an Executive Assistant or in a similar administrative role, ideally within a multinational or pharmaceutical environment.
• Excellent command of English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, SharePoint).
• Exceptional organizational, problem‑solving and multitasking skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust across diverse stakeholders.
• High degree of professionalism, confidentiality and cultural awareness.

Work Environment

This role is based on‑site at our Dubai, UAE office.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to join us in this impactful role, apply today! Together, we’ll shape the future of healthcare.

GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.