Executive Assistant

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Core Skills and Competencies:

Successful executive assistant should possess a robust mix of hard and soft skills:

Soft Skills:

Discretion and Confidentiality: Handling sensitive information with the utmost professionalism is essential.

Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills are critical for acting as a liaison between the executive and internal/external stakeholders.

Organizational and Time Management: The ability to manage complex calendars, prioritize tasks, and coordinate multiple projects concurrently is fundamental.

Problem-Solving and Proactive Thinking: Anticipating needs and resolving issues independently before they escalate is highly valued by executives.

Adaptability and Flexibility: The role is dynamic, requiring the ability to quickly pivot between tasks and adapt to shifting priorities.

Interpersonal Skills: The ability to build and maintain good relationships with a professional demeanor is important for interacting with a wide range of people including board members and clients.

Technical/Hard Skills

Software Proficiency: Expertise in office productivity tools including the full Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) and other relevant software (e.g., Google Workspace, project management tools, travel/expense software like Concur).

Administration and Project Management: Skills in managing documentation, filing systems, event planning, and supporting project coordination efforts.

Basic Bookkeeping: Experience with managing expenses, processing invoices, and performing basic accounting tasks.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED10,000.00 per month