Chief of staff

RESO; Manama; On-site; BHD 27,500 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a highly organized Chief of Staff to support the Managing Director in strategic and operational tasks. This dynamic role encompasses executive support, financial oversight, and HR assistance, ensuring seamless collaboration across departments. The ideal candidate will be a proactive strategic thinker with a strong background in finance or HR, ready to tackle challenges and drive organizational success. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields, MBA preferred.
• Proven experience in finance, HR, or operations.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the Managing Director's schedule and manage confidential matters.
• Drive strategic initiatives and monitor project progress.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Problem-Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Project Management

Financial Analysis

Human Resources Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, HR, or Business Administration

MBA

Job description

We are seeking a highly organized Chief of Staff with expertise in accounting or human resources to support the Managing Director in strategic and operational tasks. As a trusted advisor and executive assistant, this role involves coordinating daily activities, overseeing finances, managing HR initiatives, and facilitating cross-departmental collaboration to ensure efficiency and successful execution of critical assignments.

• Executive Support: Coordinate the Managing Director's schedule, manage confidential matters, and act as the primary liaison with internal and external stakeholders.
• Financial Oversight: Collaborate with the finance team to manage budgets, analyze financials, review agreements, and ensure timely submission of reports.
• HR & Admin Assistance: Independently recruit for specific vacancies, handle LMRA formalities, and provide administrative support for the recruitment process.
• Team Coordinator for Meetings & Reporting: Manage meeting minutes, track deliverables across departments, and ensure timely submissions while fostering alignment.
• Project Management: Drive strategic initiatives, monitor project progress, and resolve bottlenecks to align with organizational goals.
• Communication & Relationship Management: Draft correspondence, build stakeholder relationships, and represent the Managing Director in meetings or events when required.
• Operational Excellence: Streamline workflows, optimize resources, and liaise with finance and HR teams to ensure seamless collaboration.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or Business Administration; MBA preferred.
• Experience: Proven background in finance, HR, or operations with executive-level collaboration.
• Attributes: Professional and discreet, proactive strategic thinker, resilient under pressure, collaborative with strong interpersonal skills, and adept at problem-solving.

Job Summary: The Chief of Staff will serve as a key advisor and executive assistant to the Managing Director, providing strategic and operational support to drive efficiency, collaboration, and organizational success.

About This Role: This dynamic position offers a blend of strategic support, operational excellence, and growth opportunities where your contributions will make a significant impact on our organization's success.