Executive Assistant to the Chairman

Daniel & Philip’s Recruitment Consultancy; Dubai; On-site; AED 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Daniel & Philip's Recruitment Consultancy is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chairman in Dubai. This senior role requires handling the Chairman's calendar, coordinating meetings, and managing travel arrangements with the utmost discretion.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of EA/PA experience, proven experience with C-suite executives, and strong MS Office proficiency. Excellent communication and organizational skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience as an Executive Assistant/Personal Assistant.
• Experience supporting a Chairman, CEO or other C-suite executive is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational and time-management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage the Chairman's calendar, appointments, meetings and daily schedule.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation and itineraries.
• Prepare executive reports, presentations and confidential documents.
• Coordinate communication between the Chairman, senior management and key stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality.
• Ensure meetings and engagements are properly organized and scheduled.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

MS Office proficiency

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Executive Assistant to the Chairman

Position Details

• Company: Daniel & Philip's Recruitment Consultancy
• Job Title: Executive Assistant to the Chairman
• Industry: Recruitment & Executive Management
• Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Salary: AED 18,000-28,000 per month (Estimated)
• Experience: 10+ years
• Qualification: Not specified
• Date Posted: 2 November 2026

Role Overview

Daniel & Philip's Recruitment Consultancy is hiring on behalf of a prestigious client in Dubai for an experienced Executive Assistant to support the Chairman.

This is a senior-level opportunity for someone who understands the demands of working closely with top executives. The successful candidate will help keep the Chairman's schedule organized, coordinate important meetings and travel arrangements, and handle sensitive business matters with professionalism and discretion.

The role calls for someone who is dependable, detail-oriented, highly organized, and comfortable communicating with senior management and important stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the Chairman's calendar, appointments, meetings, and daily schedule.
• Arrange domestic and international travel, including flights, accommodation, and detailed itineraries.
• Prepare executive reports, presentations, business correspondence, and confidential documents.
• Coordinate communication between the Chairman, senior management, and key stakeholders.
• Handle sensitive information and confidential matters with the highest level of discretion.
• Ensure meetings and daily engagements are properly organized and scheduled.

Requirements & Qualifications

• At least 10 years of experience working as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant.
• Previous experience supporting a Chairman, CEO, or other C-suite executive is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience managing executive calendars, appointments, and business travel.
• Ability to prepare professional business documents and presentations.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism when handling confidential information.

Salary & Compensation

The estimated monthly salary is AED 18,000-28,000. The final package and any additional benefits should be confirmed with the recruiting consultancy.