Executive Assistant to Chief Executive Officer
Sharjah, United Arab Emirates · Full Time
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- Experience
- 5+ yrs
- Salary
- —
- Openings
- 1
- Posted
- 6 days ago
- Work mode
- In office
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Resume
- Required to apply
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Job description
About NNC
NNC is a prominent integrated communications agency providing strategic public relations, digital marketing, social media, creative, and event management solutions across the region.
Role Overview
We are seeking a highly organized, self-starting Executive Assistant to the CEO to deliver top-tier administrative and strategic support in a dynamic, fast-moving environment. This pivotal role demands exceptional organizational capabilities, prudent judgment, discretion, and foresight to anticipate the CEO’s needs while juggling multiple priorities with professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Offer comprehensive support to the CEO ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Manage a complex calendar by scheduling meetings, coordinating appointments, and balancing competing demands.
- Arrange both domestic and international travel logistics including flights, accommodation, visas, and detailed trip itineraries.
- Prepare presentations, reports, correspondence, meeting agendas, and concise executive briefings.
- Organize executive meetings, document minutes, and ensure timely follow-up on action items.
- Serve as the primary liaison between the CEO and internal teams, clients, partners, and external stakeholders.
- Screen and prioritize incoming communications such as emails and phone calls.
- Maintain confidentiality with utmost professionalism.
- Support strategic projects by conducting research, monitoring progress, and drafting executive summaries.
- Coordinate board meetings, leadership gatherings, and company events as needed.
- Maintain effective filing systems and executive records.
- Assist with special projects and additional executive support duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Communications, or a related discipline.
- At least five years’ experience as an Executive Assistant supporting CEOs or C-level executives.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with effective time management.
- Strong written and verbal communication proficiency in English.
- Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
- Ability to work independently, exercise sound judgment, and handle competing priorities.
- Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving aptitude.
- High standards of integrity, professionalism, and discretion with confidential information.
- Experience in a high-pressure corporate setting.
Preferred Experience
- Previous support experience with senior executives in communications, public relations, marketing, or professional services sectors.
- Expertise in coordinating international travel and executive-level meetings.
- Familiarity with project management and executive reporting processes.
Why Choose NNC?
- Collaborate with an experienced executive leadership team.
- Work within a leading regional integrated communications agency.
- Engage in a vibrant, collaborative, and innovative workplace culture.
- Access opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.
- Competitive remuneration and benefits package.
If you excel in a rapidly evolving environment, are detail-focused, proactive, and enjoy supporting executive leadership teams, we welcome your application.