Executive Assistant (Family Investment Group)

Executive Assistant to the CEO (Arabic Speaking) | Family Group, Dubai We’re partnered with a large family operating group in Dubai, on the hire of an Executive Assistant to the CEO. The group is in the process of establishing its new family investment office, so this is an exciting time to join, with real scope to grow alongside the business. The role This is a high-visibility position working directly with the CEO. You’ll be the first point of contact for stakeholders, partners, advisors and senior visitors, and you’ll represent the business with confidence both internally and externally. This is not a behind-the-scenes admin seat. We’re looking for someone who is comfortable in the room and can hold themselves well in front of senior people. Key responsibilities • Manage the CEO’s diary, meetings, travel and priorities, anticipating needs rather than waiting to be asked • Act as the main liaison between the CEO and internal teams, family members, external partners and stakeholders • Prepare for and support meetings, including briefing notes, follow-ups and tracking actions • Handle confidential and sensitive information with full discretion • Coordinate across the operating group and the new investment office, keeping the CEO’s agenda moving • Represent the business externally in a polished and professional manner • Support ad hoc projects and special requests as the group grows About you • Early to mid-career, with proven experience as an EA, executive support or similar role • Sharp, organised and proactive, with excellent judgement • Very well presented and professional, with strong communication skills • Confident dealing with senior stakeholders and external parties • Arabic speaker (essential), with fluent English • Based in Dubai or able to relocate • A background in a family office, family group or similar environment is welcome, but big-brand pedigree is not required. We care far more about quality, polish and attitude than where you’ve worked before. Please apply here with your CV. All applications are treated in full confidence, and suitable candidates will be contacted directly by us.

Early to mid-career, with proven experience as an EA, executive support or similar role. Sharp, organised and proactive, with excellent judgement. Very well presented and professional, with strong communication skills. Confident dealing with senior stakeholders and external parties. Arabic speaker (essential), with fluent English. Based in Dubai or able to relocate. A background in a family office, family group or similar environment is welcome, but big-brand pedigree is not required. We care far more about quality, polish and attitude than where you’ve worked before.

Manage the CEO’s diary, meetings, travel and priorities, anticipating needs rather than waiting to be asked. Act as the main liaison between the CEO and internal teams, family members, external partners and stakeholders. Prepare for and support meetings, including briefing notes, follow-ups and tracking actions. Handle confidential and sensitive information with full discretion. Coordinate across the operating group and the new investment office, keeping the CEO’s agenda moving. Represent the business externally in a polished and professional manner. Support ad hoc projects and special requests as the group grows.