Senior Executive Assistant / C-Level

Salary up to AED 40,000 per month.

About the Role

Only candidates based in the UAE will be considered. 

We are seeking an experienced, highly professional Executive Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a high-profile C-Level executive within a leading investment firm in the region. This is a very senior and pivotal position, requiring a high-calibre, polished individual with exceptional organisational skills, sound judgement, and the ability to operate with discretion and professionalism at the highest levels of business.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience supporting C-suite leadership, ideally within financial services, investment firms, or similarly demanding corporate environments. A stable career history and proven track record supporting senior executives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments is essential. This role requires someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and confident managing complex schedules, high volumes of communication, and sensitive information, while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating in a dynamic, demanding environment and capable of representing the executive office with polish, credibility, and discretion.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive 1:1 executive support including diary management, travel arrangements, meeting preparation, and correspondence.

• Act as the gatekeeper, managing priorities and ensuring the executive’s time is used effectively.

• Prepare, proofread, and manage confidential documents, presentations, and reports with a high degree of accuracy.

• Manage highly sensitive and confidential information with absolute discretion and professionalism.

• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders at senior levels, maintaining strong professional relationships.

• Coordinate board and leadership meetings, including agenda preparation, materials, and follow-up actions.

• Anticipate the needs of the executive and proactively resolve issues before they arise.

• Support with special projects and initiatives as required.

Requirements

• Minimum of 7–10 years’ experience as an EA, with at least 3–5 years supporting C-Level executives.

• Stable career history within investment firms, financial services, or other leading corporate environments.

• Strong business acumen and the ability to understand and anticipate executive priorities.

• Mature and able to work under pressure with resilience and discretion.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

• Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Word).

• Highly organised, detail oriented, and adaptable, with a proactive approach to problem solving.

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