Executive Assistant (UAE National)

Black Pearl Consult; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Black Pearl Consult is looking for an experienced Executive Assistant in Abu Dhabi to provide high-level administrative and operational support to their Public Markets Department. Key responsibilities include coordinating meetings, managing correspondence, and maintaining calendars. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree or Diploma, at least 10 years of administrative experience in the financial services industry, and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years’ administrative experience, preferably within the financial services or investment industry.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to multitask.
• High degree of professionalism, courtesy, and patience.

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 high confidentiality.

Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English

Strong organizational skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Education

Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Business Administration or a related field

Job description

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 Public Markets Department. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting senior stakeholders and ensuring the smooth running of departmental activities. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Key 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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma holder n 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.