Personal Assistant (Junior)

Company Overview

Al Manar Technical Contracting, known for its high-standard electrical installations and building services since 2001, operates out of Abu Dhabi, UAE. The company caters to residential and commercial clients, including offices, apartments, villas, warehouses, and other facilities. Their services span Telecommunications, Fire Alarm & Safety Systems, Security & Surveillance Systems, HVAC, Water Supply & Drainage, Facility Maintenance & AMC, and IT solutions. Additionally, they offer design and consultancy services alongside long-term maintenance and support.

Role Summary

The Junior Personal Assistant role is a full-time position based onsite in Abu Dhabi, dedicated to supporting management with daily administrative duties. The position requires oversight of calendar management, meeting scheduling, travel coordination, and upkeep of contact information. Additional responsibilities cover clerical tasks such as correspondence preparation, document filing, record maintenance, and facilitating internal communications. The role also encompasses managing office logistics, assisting with meeting preparations, monitoring follow-ups on tasks, and ensuring effective daily operations. The ideal candidate must demonstrate meticulous attention to detail, professional communication skills, and the capability to multitask within a dynamic technical contracting work environment.

Qualifications and Skills

• Strong skills in Personal Assistance and Executive Administrative Support.
• Effective communication abilities for interacting with both internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Expertise in diary management, including scheduling and coordination.
• Proficient clerical capabilities such as document handling, filing, and general office operations.
• Competency with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint, alongside general computer literacy.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management focused on accuracy and dependability.
• Professional attitude with confidentiality and sensitivity in handling information.
• Previous administrative or assistant experience preferred; familiarity with construction or technical contracting sectors is advantageous.
• Possession of a diploma or bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Office Management, or related discipline is desirable.
• Fluent command of English is required; proficiency in Arabic is mandatory.