Senior Executive Assistant - Dubai Campus

University of Birmingham; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 134,000 - 234,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Birmingham Dubai is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Executive Office in delivering professional services across campus. This role involves front desk operations, customer service, event coordination, and proactive diary management for senior leaders.

You will liaise with academic staff, external partners and visitors, ensuring efficient communications and smooth operations. A degree and experience with senior executives are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or equivalent experience.
• Experience handling busy front desks with strong customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide executive support to senior leaders and manage diary/calendar.
• Coordinate events including venues, invitations, catering and speakers.
• Maintain front desk operations and ensure efficient visitor handling.
• Prepare reports, emails and briefing materials for meetings.

Skills

Front desk management

Customer service

MS Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Diary management

Event coordination

Budget awareness

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Calendar systems

Job description

University of Birmingham Dubai is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the Executive Office in delivering professional services across campus. This role involves front desk operations, customer service, event coordination, and proactive diary management for senior leaders.

You will liaise with academic staff, external partners and visitors, ensuring efficient communications and smooth operations. A degree and experience with senior executives are highly valued.