Location: Dubai, UAE
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Private Office / Business Support

Irwin & Dow is recruiting on behalf of a leading Ultra-High-Net-Worth (UHNW) businessman for an exceptional Personal Assistant to join his private office in Dubai.

This role provides high-level strategic and operational support to the Principal and his immediate family. Reporting to the Chief of Staff and working closely with the Office Manager, the successful candidate will oversee personal travel, household operations, overseas properties, and family-related projects with absolute discretion and precision.

The position is primarily office-based but will require occasional presence at the family residence to manage household and personal matters.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide comprehensive personal and operational support to the Principal and immediate family.

• Manage all personal and international travel arrangements, including itinerary planning, logistics, and property coordination.

• Research and organize private holidays and manage overseas properties.

• Oversee household management and property maintenance in Dubai.

• Coordinate and monitor personal projects on behalf of the Principal.

• Handle confidential requests and sensitive matters with discretion.

• Liaise with external service providers, contractors, and advisors.

• Ensure exceptional attention to detail, time management, and service standards at all times.

• Provide limited support to extended family members as required.

Candidate Profile:

• Native English speaker (French language skills advantageous).

• Experience supporting UHNW individuals or private family offices.

• Strong understanding of private household operations and family support dynamics.

• Highly organised with exceptional attention to detail.

• Polished, confident, and comfortable engaging with high-profile individuals.

• Ambitious and motivated to grow within a private office environment.

• Discreet, diplomatic, and emotionally intelligent.

This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with an experienced Chief of Staff who will provide mentorship and development within a structured and professional private office environment.

About the Company

Irwin & Dow was established in 2013 and is recognised for delivering highly personalised recruitment solutions across business support and secretarial functions. The firm partners with multinational corporations, government entities, SMEs, start-ups, and UHNW individuals across the region.