Strategic Executive Assistant & Operations Partner, EMEA

Autodesk, Inc.; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Autodesk, Inc. is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant in Dubai to support the Senior Director of Sales for the EMEA Emerging region. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare materials, and handle sensitive HR and finance tasks.

The role requires 6+ years of senior-executive support, strong organization, and excellent communication in English, with Arabic a plus. You’ll liaise with multiple teams regionally and globally, and assist with vendor and procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in business/admin fields.
• 6+ years supporting senior executives in multinational settings.
• Strong time management, organization and multitasking abilities.
• Able to adapt to fast-changing environment and new processes.
• Proven communication and confidentiality skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements.
• Prepare agendas, minutes, and follow up on action items.
• Plan events and meetings (virtual and in-person) with logistics.
• Maintain email aliases, distribution lists, and permissions.
• Collaborate with admins to coordinate organization-wide events.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

HR administration

Finance coordination

Vendor management

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Discretion

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration or related fields

Tools

AXS portal

Workday

Zoom

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Autodesk, Inc. is seeking an experienced Executive Assistant in Dubai to support the Senior Director of Sales for the EMEA Emerging region. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, prepare materials, and handle sensitive HR and finance tasks.

The role requires 6+ years of senior-executive support, strong organization, and excellent communication in English, with Arabic a plus. You’ll liaise with multiple teams regionally and globally, and assist with vendor and procurement activities.