Personal Assistant French Speaking

Easy and fast to upload your CV; Dubai; On-site; AED 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Dubai is looking for a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant fluent in French and English. The role involves providing comprehensive support to a solo entrepreneur, managing administrative and personal tasks to ensure efficiency. Successful candidates will have experience in similar roles within the Dubai business environment and possess strong IT and interpersonal skills. Flexibility in working hours and some international travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Personal Assistant in Dubai.
• Familiarity with the local business environment is essential.
• Strong computer skills and ability to adapt to new technologies quickly.

Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day administrative tasks including scheduling and travel arrangements.
• Serve as primary point of contact for communication management.
• Assist with project management tasks and document preparation.
• Organize and coordinate events and manage personal tasks for the executive.

Skills

Fluen в English and French

Organizational skills

Interpersonal Skills

IT Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Job description

About the job: Personal Assistant (French Speaking)

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Personal Assistant who is fluent in French and has a solid background working in Dubai. This individual should be well-versed in IT and new technologies, with a strong understanding of the business environment in the region. The successful candidate will provide comprehensive support to our client, a solo entrepreneur, managing both professional and personal tasks to ensure smooth operations and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administrative Support: Handle day-to-day administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings, managing calendars, making travel arrangements, and preparing expense reports.
• Communication Management: Serve as the primary point of contact between the executive and internal/external clients. This includes handling phone calls, emails, and correspondence in both French and English.
• Document Preparation and Management: Draft, edit, and format documents including reports, presentations, and correspondence. Ensure that all documents are accurate and professionally presented.
• Project Coordination: Assist with project management tasks, including planning, tracking progress, and coordinating with team members to ensure timely completion.
• Technology and IT Support: Utilize advanced knowledge of IT and new technologies to improve office efficiency. Troubleshoot minor technology issues and provide assistance to the executive in using various software and online platforms.
• Event Planning: Organize and coordinate events, meetings, and conferences, including logistics, guest lists, venue selection, and catering arrangements.
• Personal Tasks: Manage a range of personal tasks for the executive as required. This may include running errands, booking personal appointments, or managing household staff.

Qualifications:

• Language Skills: Fluent in French and English. Additional languages are a plus.
• Experience: Proven experience as a Personal Assistant or similar role in Dubai. Familiarity with the local business environment is essential.
• Education: A bachelor's degree is preferred. Relevant certifications in administration, IT, or project management will be considered an advantage.
• IT Proficiency: Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and other relevant software. Ability to adapt to new technologies quickly.
• Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal. Ability to interact professionally with a diverse group of clients, staff, and external contacts.
• Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational and time-management skills. Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Discretion: High level of discretion and confidentiality. Ability to handle sensitive information with integrity.

Working Conditions:

• Full-time position based in Dubai.
• Some international travels may be required.
• Flexible working hours, including availability outside of standard office hours as needed.