Executive To Principal
Job Description
This is a unique opportunity to provide senior Executive and Personal support to the UHNW European Principal of a global consultancy. The Principal is not based here, and the Head Office is in Europe, however there is a private Executive Office where you will be based in ADGM, Abu Dhabi and he travel’s here every month for at least a week.
We are seeking an individual who has demonstrated experience supporting on a 1-1 dedicated basis and is used to working across multiple time zones. Ideally, the successful applicant will have more than five years’ experience and strong regional exposure. Super organizational skills are a must, as is the ability to work independently, offer solutions and take decisions. Our client is highly respectful of personal time, however as is normal in this type of role, an awareness of where is he is and what is happening on a daily basis is vital and occasionally after-hours support may be required.
Responsibilities Duties:
You will need to be comfortable supporting him remotely when he is not here. The role is very busy, and you will have to be self-motivated and above all, extremely well organised to manage the extensive diary and travel arrangements of the Principal and be intuitive in synchronizing travel, meetings, and events. Our client is highly regarded; working closely with government and security entities both in the UAE, the wider GCC and internationally. Hence, is very important that his EA must be culturally and politically aware and have the emotional intelligence to be able to prioritize meetings and pivot quickly.
The role requires a highly proactive, as well as reactive individual, someone who can join the dots on dairy and travel and the subsequent logistical requirements that will result. The Principal is very specific about how his travel is arranged and has very specific likes and dislikes; protocols will need to be adhered to correctly. Patience, understanding and the ability to work with individuals at all levels is vital. Additionally, you will be responsible for managing and administering top-tier meetings, as well as assisting with his full event agenda internationally. From an administrative perspective, there is complex research, client reports and significant correspondence. This position requires English native language skills and fluency in Italian and / or French would be highly advantageous.