Office Manager

Kingston Stanley; Ajman Emirate; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education institution in Ajman is seeking an experienced Office Manager to support executive-level operations. The successful candidate will oversee daily operations, manage administrative staff, and ensure efficient workflows while providing financial support. Fluency in Arabic and English is essential for this high-profile role, which offers competitive salary and family benefits.

Benefits

Schooling allowance for up to three children

Health insurance for self, spouse, and children

Annual airfare allowance for self and dependents

Qualifications

• 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar role ideally within the education sector.
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budgeting and reporting.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations of the COO’s office and ensure smooth administrative workflows.
• Supervise and lead administrative staff, managing priorities and performance.
• Draft and review reports, policies, minutes, and formal correspondence.

Skills

Financial Acumen

Fluency in Arabic

Fluency in English

Leadership

Confidentiality Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Office Manager – Education Sector | Ajman, UAE

Location: Ajman | Full-Time

Salary: Up to AED 22,000/month + Family Benefits

Start Date: As soon as possible

We are supporting a leading education institution in Ajman with the recruitment of an experienced Office Manager to work closely with the Chief Operating Officer. This is a high-profile role offering the opportunity to contribute to executive-level operations and strategic initiatives.

Fluency in both Arabic and English is essential for this position.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the daily operations of the COO’s office and ensure smooth administrative workflows
• Supervise and lead administrative staff, managing priorities and performance
• Draft and review reports, policies, minutes, and formal correspondence
• Provide financial and operational support through budgeting, reporting, and data analysis
• Translate documents and communicate fluently in both Arabic and English
• Coordinate executive meetings, schedules, and special projects
• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to support institutional objectives

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field
• 5 to 7 years of experience in a similar role ideally within the education sector
• Strong financial acumen and experience in budgeting and reporting
• Fluent in Arabic and English (written and verbal), with IELTS band 7 or equivalent for English
• High proficiency in Microsoft Office and administrative systems
• Discretion, professionalism, and the ability to manage confidential information effectively

Benefits Include:

• Salary up to AED 22,000/month
• Schooling allowance for up to three children (up to AED 80,000 for the first child)
• Health insurance for self, spouse, and children
• Annual airfare allowance for self and dependents