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Irwin & Dow
Dubai , UAE
Role Overview
We are seeking an ambitious and highly organised Executive Assistant to support a Senior Director within a private wealth group based in DIFC. This role is ideally suited to a junior EA or second-step Executive Assistant looking to develop their career within a structured, professional, and fast-growing organisation.
Reporting directly to a dynamic and positive senior leader who oversees HR and Operations, the role offers broad exposure across the business and the opportunity to build strong stakeholder relationships at all levels.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide full administrative and executive support to the Senior Director
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Manage complex and confidential diary scheduling, acting as a trusted gatekeeper
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Coordinate meetings, prepare agendas, take accurate minutes, and maintain action logs
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Support workload planning and prioritisation across HR and operational functions
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Prepare reports and documentation with a high level of accuracy and discretion
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Handle sensitive and confidential information with diplomacy and professionalism
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Assist in organising internal events, employee engagement initiatives, and L&D activities
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Contribute ideas and support the implementation of engagement and development programmes
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Represent the business in a professional, approachable, and culturally aware manner
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Liaise effectively with internal teams, senior stakeholders, and external partners
Candidate Profile
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Experience as an Executive Assistant or Personal Assistant, ideally in a professional services or corporate environment
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Seeking career progression and development within a stable, well-structured organisation
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Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
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High level of discretion, integrity, and emotional intelligence
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Confident communicator with native-level English
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Strong academic background
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Advanced IT skills with a keen interest in AI tools and process efficiency
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Proactive, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset