Executive Assistant
Job Description
We are seeking a highly organised, proactive Personal Assistant to support the CEO of a diamond trading company based in JLT.
Portuguese speaking candidates are strongly preferred.
Salary: AED 15,000 - AED 25,000 dependent on experience.
This role requires someone who can manage a fast-moving schedule, coordinate across multiple time zones, and provide seamless administrative support to an executive who travels frequently. Occasional, infrequent travel may be required.
Key Responsibilities
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Manage the CEO’s complex calendar, including scheduling meetings, coordinating appointments, and ensuring smooth day-to-day time management.
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Arrange international and regional travel, including flights, hotels, visas, itineraries, and logistics for a CEO who is frequently travelling.
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Handle emails, phone calls, and correspondence with professionalism and discretion.
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Prepare, edit, and format documents, presentations, reports, and meeting materials.
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Maintain filing systems, manage data entry tasks, and keep internal records organised and up to date.
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Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders across multiple companies and jurisdictions.
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Assist with vendor management, office supplies, and operational support when required.
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Maintain complete confidentiality when handling sensitive commercial and personal information.
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Provide ad-hoc administrative support to ensure overall business efficiency.
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Serve as a reliable point of contact during the CEO’s travel periods, ensuring continuity and follow-through on key tasks.
Required Qualifications & Skills
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Portuguese speaking is a strong advantage.
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Proven experience as a Personal Assistant, Executive Assistant, or Administrative Assistant (ideally 5+ years).
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Exceptional organisational and time-management abilities, with talent for handling multiple priorities.
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Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and productivity tools such as Google Workspace.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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High level of professionalism, judgement, and discretion.
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Ability to work independently, anticipate needs, and adapt quickly to changing priorities.
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Comfortable working in a fast-paced, international business environment.
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Warm, approachable, and dependable — able to build a trusted working relationship with a CEO who values loyalty and reliability.
REF: CH142475