We are seeking a high-impact Executive Assistant / Strategic Business Partner to work closely with the Head of a fast-growing international hospitality and F&B division. This role goes far beyond traditional diary management it's a strategic, high-visibility position at the heart of global operations, supporting a diverse portfolio of brands, joint ventures, and international projects.
This Role is a 12 Month Contract (Renewable)
Key Responsibilities
- Provide end-to-end strategic support to the Head of the division, acting as a true business partner and sounding board for key decisions
- Prepare and refine executive presentations, board-level materials, pitch decks, and commercial reports with precision and insight
- Build, maintain, and analyze advanced financial, operational, and commercial models to support business planning and performance tracking
- Coordinate cross-functional and cross-regional initiatives, ensuring smooth execution, alignment, and timely delivery of objectives
- Liaise confidently with senior executives, regional directors, general managers, and key stakeholders, representing the leadership office professionally and effectively
- Support business development, investment, and asset acquisition processes, providing research, analysis, and documentation as required
- Track, monitor, and follow up on initiatives and projects, proactively identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities for improvement
- Continuously identify ways to streamline processes, enhance operational efficiency, and improve decision-making framework
Knowledge & Skills
- 5+ years experience supporting senior executives, ideally at C-suite level, in multinational, investment, consulting, or corporate environments
- Highly commercially minded, digitally confident, and detail-oriented, able to handle complex data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
- Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, comfortable building complex financial models, dashboards, and high-quality presentations for diverse audiences
- Confident, professional, and persuasive communicator, able to influence stakeholders at all levels and challenge constructively when needed
- Thrives in fast-paced, high-pressure environments, managing multiple priorities with calm, focus, and precision
- Strong strategic thinking and business judgment, capable of seeing the bigger picture while managing critical operational details
- Ambitious, career-driven, and motivated by high-impact work in a dynamic international environment
Availability:
Preference will be given to candidates available immediately or a maximum 30 days after accepting the offer.
We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and remember to provide us with your contact details.
We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, to discuss the role in more detail and potential next steps.
