Our client is a leading investment firm with a strong international presence. This opportunity is based in their Dubai office, a close-knit team of approximately 10 professionals, offering exposure to a highly professional, international and client-facing environment. The role involves working closely with senior stakeholders, supporting the business development team and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Job Overview
The Office Administrator & Team Assistant will play a key role in ensuring the efficient running of the Dubai office, combining front-of-house responsibilities, office administration and dedicated support to a team of three international Business Development and Sales professionals.
As a key point of contact for clients, visitors and internal stakeholders, the ideal candidate will be highly polished, personable and service-oriented, with excellent communication and organisational skills. They should be comfortable engaging with senior executives and international clients while managing administrative responsibilities and supporting a busy, commercially focused team.
This role requires someone who is proactive, resourceful and adaptable, with a strong sense of ownership and the ability to anticipate needs, manage competing priorities and maintain a consistently high standard of professionalism.
Job Responsibilities
Business Development & Team Support
- Provide day-to-day administrative and coordination support to a team of three Business Development and Sales professionals
- Manage calendars, schedule meetings and coordinate appointments with clients, investors and internal stakeholders
- Arrange travel logistics, accommodation, itineraries and other business-related requirements
- Assist with the preparation, formatting and coordination of presentations, meeting materials, reports and correspondence
- Support client meeting arrangements, follow-ups and general administrative requests to ensure the team operates efficiently
- Anticipate the needs of the team and respond promptly to changing schedules and last-minute requests
Office Administration & Operations
- Oversee the day-to-day administrative operations of a boutique office of approximately 10 employees
- Coordinate with building management, facilities teams, suppliers and external vendors to ensure smooth office operations
- Manage office supplies, pantry requirements, courier services, deliveries and general office maintenance
- Coordinate internal meetings, team events, catering and other office-related arrangements
- Ensure meeting rooms, shared spaces and the overall office environment are maintained to a consistently high standard
- Handle general administrative tasks, documentation and ad hoc requests as required
Front-of-House & Client Hospitality
- Serve as the first point of contact for clients, senior executives and international visitors, providing a warm, polished and professional welcome
- Manage visitor arrivals, meeting room preparation and hospitality arrangements to deliver a seamless client experience
- Coordinate visitor access, building security procedures and guest requirements
- Handle incoming calls and general enquiries with professionalism and discretion
- Maintain a presentable, welcoming and well-organised front-of-house environment that reflects the firm's professional image
Requirements
- At least 3–5 years of experience in office administration, team assistance, corporate front-of-house or a similar client-facing administrative role
- Prior experience in financial services, investment firms, professional services, luxury hospitality or an international corporate environment would be advantageous
- Highly polished and professional, with an excellent personal presentation and a warm, confident and engaging demeanour
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the confidence to interact with senior executives, international colleagues and high-profile clients
- Previous experience supporting sales, business development or senior commercial teams would be an advantage
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage calendars, coordinate meetings and handle multiple administrative responsibilities
- Proactive, resourceful and hands-on, with a willingness to take ownership of tasks and support a small team across different functions
- Service-oriented and attentive to detail, with the ability to anticipate needs and consistently deliver a high standard of support
- Comfortable working in a small, international office environment where flexibility, teamwork and adaptability are essential
- Excellent written and spoken English, with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Discreet, reliable and professional, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information
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