Executive Secretary
Key Responsibilities
Executive & Administrative Support
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Manage the Group CEO’s calendar, appointments, travel arrangements, and meeting schedules
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Screen, prioritize, and handle correspondence (emails, calls, letters) on behalf of the CEO
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Prepare, review, and format reports, presentations, briefing notes, and executive documents
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Ensure timely follow-up on action items arising from meetings and executive decisions
Meeting & Board Support
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Organize executive meetings, board meetings, and committee sessions
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Prepare agendas, meeting packs, and presentations
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Take accurate minutes and track resolutions and action points
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Coordinate communication between the CEO, Board of Directors, and senior management
Communication & Liaison
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Act as a central point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders
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Manage confidential and sensitive information with absolute discretion
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Draft professional correspondence and communications on behalf of the CEO
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Coordinate with group companies, subsidiaries, and functional heads
Strategic & Operational Support
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Assist the CEO in monitoring key strategic initiatives and deadlines
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Support special projects, research, and analysis as assigned
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Track performance reports and executive dashboards when required
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Help ensure alignment of CEO priorities across the Group
Office & Process Management
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Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems
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Improve administrative processes for efficiency and accuracy
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Ensure compliance with company policies and governance requirements
Qualifications & Experience
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Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field
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Minimum
5–10 years
of experience as an Executive Secretary, Executive Assistant, or similar role supporting senior executives
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Experience supporting a Group CEO, Managing Director, or Board-level executive is highly preferred
Skills & Competencies
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Exceptional organizational and time-management skills
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism
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Ability to multitask and work under pressure with minimal supervision
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Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
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Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and digital collaboration tools
Personal Attributes
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Proactive, reliable, and highly discreet
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Calm, confident, and diplomatic
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Strong interpersonal skills and executive presence
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Flexible and adaptable to changing priorities
Working Conditions
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Full-time position
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May require extended hours to support executive schedules
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Occasional local or international travel may be required
Arabic & English Language required