Executive Assistant to General Manager

AccorHotel; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hotel company is seeking an Executive Assistant to support the General Manager in their daily operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in luxury hospitality, exceptional organizational skills, and a proactive approach to managing communications and projects. This role is crucial for ensuring operational excellence and effective coordination between various stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Manage the General Manager's calendar and schedule meetings.
• Screen and prioritize communications on behalf of the GM.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings and events.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time-management

Communication

Discretion

Interpersonal skills

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Executive Assistant to the General Manager plays a vital role in supporting the GM in all aspects of daily operations, ensuring efficient communication, organization, and project management. This role requires exceptional discretion, professionalism, and a proactive approach to managing the GM s schedule, correspondence, and key initiatives.

As the GM s right hand, you will act as a trusted liaison between internal teams, external partners, and senior leadership, helping drive operational excellence and seamless coordination.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the General Manager s calendar, including scheduling meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements with precision and foresight.

Screen, prioritize, and respond to incoming communications, emails, and calls on behalf of the GM.

Prepare and edit correspondence, presentations, reports, and meeting agendas with accuracy and professionalism.

Coordinate and follow up on key projects and action items, ensuring deadlines are met and information flows smoothly.

Facilitate communication between the GM and hotel departments, corporate offices, clients, and external stakeholders.

Assist in organizing internal and external meetings, events, and VIP visits, including logistics and hospitality arrangements.

Handle confidential information with utmost discretion and maintain a high level of professionalism at all times.

Support the GM with special projects, research, and data analysis as required.

Maintain filing systems, databases, and documentation to ensure easy retrieval and compliance with company policies.

Act as an ambassador for the GM, representing the executive office positively and professionally within the hotel and with external contacts.

Desired Candidate Profile

Qualifications

Minimum 5 years of experience as an Executive Assistant or similar role, preferably supporting senior leadership in luxury hospitality or corporate settings.

Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong attention to detail.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and comfortable with digital communication tools.

High level of discretion and confidentiality in handling sensitive information.

Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships across all levels of the organization.

Proactive, resourceful, and solution-oriented mindset.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience preferred.

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