Executive Assistant

Location: Sharjah
Salary: AED 3,000 - 5,000
Job Code: 348/001/355
Industry: Water Treatment

Job Brief:
The Executive Assistant will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support to the Managing Director, ensuring smooth daily operations, effective communication, and efficient time management. This role requires a highly organized, proactive, and detail-oriented professional who can manage multiple responsibilities while maintaining a high level of professionalism and confidentiality.

The ideal candidate will support executive-level operations by coordinating schedules, managing communications, preparing reports and presentations, and assisting with administrative and project-related tasks. The role also involves preparing and maintaining various reports using Excel, ensuring data accuracy, and providing timely updates to the Managing Director and relevant stakeholders.

Job Responsibilities:
Administrative Support
  • Manage the Managing Director’s calendar, schedule appointments, and organize meetings to ensure effective time management.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, including flight bookings, hotel accommodations, and travel itineraries.
  • Prepare, review, and manage correspondence, emails, reports, and presentations on behalf of the Managing Director.
  • Maintain and organize files, records, and confidential documents while ensuring proper documentation and easy retrieval.
Report Preparation and Updates
  • Create, manage, and update various reports using Excel, including data analysis, charts, dashboards, and performance summaries.
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency of data across all reports, with regular updates and timely sharing with relevant stakeholders.
  • Prepare professional presentations and reporting documents for management meetings and business reviews.
Meeting Coordination
  • Arrange and coordinate internal and external meetings, ensuring timely preparation of agendas, meeting materials, and documentation.
  • Attend meetings when required to take notes, record minutes, and track action items for follow-up.
Communication Management
  • Act as the point of contact between the Managing Director and internal or external stakeholders.
  • Screen and prioritize incoming calls, emails, and correspondence to ensure efficient communication and timely responses.
Project Assistance
  • Assist with special projects, research tasks, and preparation of reports or presentations as directed by the Managing Director.
  • Coordinate with various departments to gather required information and support the implementation of management decisions.
Office Management
  • Ensure the office environment is well-maintained and properly equipped to support smooth daily operations.
  • Handle office-related tasks such as ordering supplies, managing vendor relationships, and maintaining overall office organization.
Job Requirements:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role supporting senior executives, preferably in a corporate environment.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
  • Advanced Excel skills for report preparation, data organization, and analysis.
  • Knowledge of additional reporting tools or software is considered an advantage.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities.
  • High level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
  • Resourceful and proactive approach to problem-solving and task management.
Key Competencies:
  • Strong time management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work independently and prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Advanced Excel skills for data management and reporting.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Professional demeanor with a strong focus on delivering high-quality results.

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