Created date: 2025-07-09
Valid upto: 2025-09-10
Job Title:
Chief of Staff | Executive Assistant to Group Chairman & Managing Director
Location: Dubai
Reports to: Chairman / Managing Director
This is a highly strategic role that functions as an extension of the executive leadership team. More than administrative support, the Chief of Staff / Executive Assistant is expected to be a proactive, analytical, and business-savvy partner who drives decision-making, ensures operational alignment with corporate priorities, and manages high-impact initiatives.
This role requires someone with strong leadership, confidentiality, and problem-solving skills to translate ideas into action, accelerate key business outcomes, and represent executive leadership in critical settings.
Bachelor degree
Serve as a trusted advisor to the Chairman/MD, offering data-backed insights and strategic recommendations.
Manage and execute high-priority projects that support business goals.
Conduct market research, competitor benchmarking, and financial analysis to support executive-level decisions.
Distill complex business issues into actionable strategies.
Proactively identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.
Drive execution of strategic initiatives across business units in alignment with corporate objectives.
Streamline executive workflows to ensure the Chairman/MD focuses on top priorities.
Track progress and ensure accountability for critical deliverables.
Effectively communicate and implement decisions organization-wide.
Lead process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and scalability.
Act as liaison between the Chairman/MD and key internal/external stakeholders.
Collaborate with functional heads to ensure successful execution of cross-departmental initiatives.
Represent the Chairman/MD in high-stakes meetings and discussions.
Cultivate relationships with board members, investors, regulators, and partners.
Work closely with senior leadership to drive transformational projects and business goals.
Oversee executive-level projects requiring cross-functional alignment.
Organize and facilitate leadership meetings, ensuring outcomes are tracked and actioned.
Promote a culture of accountability, strategic thinking, and operational excellence.
Uphold corporate governance and risk management best practices.
Handle sensitive, high-level information with strict confidentiality.
Draft, review, and manage corporate documents, agreements, and executive communications.
Identify and evaluate risks that could disrupt business operations.
Support crisis management and response planning during unforeseen events.
Represent the executive office at public events, industry forums, and regulatory meetings.
Maintain strong professional networks to enhance business visibility and industry influence.
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Business, Strategy, or a related field (IIM Graduates Preferred).
8–15 years in a Chief of Staff, strategic advisory, or high-level executive support role.
Proven experience in business strategy, corporate governance, and operations.
Strong problem-solving skills with a history of driving measurable outcomes.
Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation abilities.
Capable of managing multiple complex projects in a fast-paced environment.
Leadership presence with stakeholder influence across all levels.
Background in corporate finance, business development, or consulting is a plus.
Familiarity with regulatory and compliance frameworks relevant to business operations.
Strong research and analytical skills to inform strategic decisions.
Fast-paced and high-responsibility environment.
Requires flexibility and availability outside of regular work hours.
Occasional travel for business and executive engagements.
Operates with autonomy, high accountability, and discretion.