Executive Assistant to the GED (Dubai Office)

Job Summary

The Executive Assistant/ Analyst to the GED Family Office will provide personal and professional assistance to the Executive and her Office by effectively managing schedules and performing a wide variety of confidential, administrative, analytical, strategic support, and research duties. Serving as a critical team member, the EA/ Analyst will travel with the GED and will also serve as the de facto office manager. 

Job Responsibilities

• Coordinating the GED’s schedule, appointments, reservations, and travel arrangements​

• Planning, organizing, and coordinating functions and events for the Executive.​

• Supporting the Executive with the preparation of business presentations and board meeting reports.​

• Gathering, analyzing, and providing insights on industry trends using data for the businessesmanaged by the Executive.​

• Carrying out first-level vetting and review of correspondence addressed to the office of the Executive.​

• Preparing a variety of high-quality, written agreements, memos, letters, and other documents for theExecutive.​

• Designing and implementing initiatives that enable better efficiency and improved productivity for the​ Executive’s office.​

• Driving and managing projects as directed by the Executive.​

• Ensuring continuous process improvement​

• Managing the operational budget and financial accounts of the Office of the Executive andcoordinating with external stakeholders (such as auditors and tax advisors)​

• Support with other tasks as may be assigned. Travel as required.

Job Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years work experience supporting a C-suite Executive

• Ability to handle sensitive/confidential information with utmostdiscretion and diplomacy​

• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills​

• Strong financial acumen and experience managing budgets.​

• Possesses data analytics, good business writing, excellent researchand communication skills (both verbal and written).​

• Excellent time, schedule management, and organizational skills​

• Resilient with the ability to adapt quickly to changes in time framesand manage multiple priorities​

• Strong interpersonal skills with high integrity and ethical standards.​

• Good stakeholder management skills and ability to take initiative.​

• Can thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, or a similarfield.​

• Proven track record of successfully supporting C-level executives​