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Executive Assistant
Manama, BahrainPosted 2 days ago
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- Salary
- AED 25k–40k a month· Michael Page
- Job type
- Full time
- Level
- Junior
- Field
- Administrative
- Work mode
- Remote
About the role
We are looking for a proactive and highly organized Executive Assistant to join a dynamic working environment, providing dedicated professional and personal support to a prominent entrepreneur and investor. The role involves managing day-to-day administrative priorities, coordinating schedules and communications, overseeing follow-ups, and supporting ongoing business initiatives and personal matters. The ideal candidate will be a reliable and resourceful individual who can work independently, anticipate needs, manage competing priorities, and ensure that commitments and responsibilities are handled efficiently. This position requires a high level of discretion, attention to detail, and the ability to build a trusted working relationship with the executive. Responsibilities • Manage and coordinate the executive's calendar, meetings, appointments, and scheduling priorities • Monitor and organize incoming communications, highlight important matters, and assist with drafting responses and managing follow-ups • Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, and relevant background information ahead of scheduled meetings • Take concise meeting notes, document key decisions, and track action items to ensure timely follow-through • Coordinate business and personal travel arrangements, itineraries, and related logistics • Support the coordination of ongoing business initiatives and projects, tracking progress, deadlines, and outstanding tasks • Maintain organized trackers and dashboards to monitor priorities, commitments, and progress against quarterly and annual objectives • Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather updates, communicate priorities, and ensure tasks are completed on time • Conduct research, prepare summaries, and organize information to support executive decision-making • Assist with personal administrative matters, appointments, reservations, gifts, and other arrangements as needed • Proactively identify pending matters, anticipate upcoming priorities, and address tasks requiring attention • Handle sensitive personal and professional information with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion Requirements • 2-3 years of experience in an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or similar administrative support role • Excellent command of written and spoken English; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage • Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Proficiency in Google Workspace and Notion • Familiarity with productivity and project management tools is an advantage • Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and follow up on outstanding matters • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment without constant supervision • High levels of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality • Adaptability and flexibility when handling changing priorities and both professional and personal responsibilities • Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement, with 2-3 days per week onsite in Bahrain
Requirements
- 2-3 years of experience in an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant, or similar administrative support role
- Excellent command of written and spoken English; Arabic proficiency is a strong advantage
- Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Proficiency in Google Workspace and Notion
- Familiarity with productivity and project management tools is an advantage
- Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records and follow up on outstanding matters
- Ability to work independently, take initiative, and exercise sound judgment without constant supervision
- High levels of professionalism, integrity, discretion, and confidentiality
- Adaptability and flexibility when handling changing priorities and both professional and personal responsibilities
- Ability to work in a hybrid arrangement, with 2-3 days per week onsite in Bahrain
Responsibilities
- Manage and coordinate the executive's calendar, meetings, appointments, and scheduling priorities
- Monitor and organize incoming communications, highlight important matters, and assist with drafting responses and managing follow-ups
- Prepare meeting agendas, briefing materials, and relevant background information ahead of scheduled meetings
- Take concise meeting notes, document key decisions, and track action items to ensure timely follow-through
- Coordinate business and personal travel arrangements, itineraries, and related logistics
- Support the coordination of ongoing business initiatives and projects, tracking progress, deadlines, and outstanding tasks
- Maintain organized trackers and dashboards to monitor priorities, commitments, and progress against quarterly and annual objectives
- Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to gather updates, communicate priorities, and ensure tasks are completed on time
- Conduct research, prepare summaries, and organize information to support executive decision-making
- Assist with personal administrative matters, appointments, reservations, gifts, and other arrangements as needed
- Proactively identify pending matters, anticipate upcoming priorities, and address tasks requiring attention
- Handle sensitive personal and professional information with the highest level of confidentiality and discretion
Skills
- Google Workspace
- Notion
- Project management tools
- Calendar management
- Communication
- Travel coordination
- Research
- Administrative support
- Note taking
- Data organization
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