Executive Secretary

Staff Connect UAE; Umm Al Quwain; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading administrative solutions provider in the United Arab Emirates seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to the CEO. This role involves providing high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to ensure the effective functioning of the CEO’s office. The ideal candidate will have 5–8 years of experience in a similar role, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. A background in government or large institutional environments is advantageous.

Qualifications

• 5–8 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or in a Senior Administrative role.
• Prior experience supporting C-level executives, preferably CEO or equivalent.
• Experience in a government, semi-government, regulatory, or large institutional environment is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to the CEO.
• Ensure effective functioning of the CEO's office by managing complex schedules.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality and sound judgment in all interactions.

Skills

High-level administrative support

Confidentiality

Strong coordination skills

Strategic support

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, or a related field

Professional certifications in executive administration or project management

Job description

The Executive Assistant to the CEO provides high-level administrative, operational, and strategic support to ensure the effective functioning of the CEO’s office. The role requires absolute confidentiality, sound judgment, strong coordination skills, and the ability to manage complex schedules and stakeholder interactions within a government environment.

Executive & Administrative Support

Meetings & Coordination

Confidentiality & Governance

Office Management & Process Support

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, or a related field
• Professional certifications in executive administration or project management are an advantage

Experience

• Minimum 5–8 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or Senior Administrative role
• Prior experience supporting C-level executives (preferably CEO or equivalent)
• Experience working in a government, semi-government, regulatory, or large institutional environment is highly preferred