Personal Assistant- UK & UAE

Role Summary

We are seeking an exceptional Personal Assistant to support a senior entrepreneur operating across multiple international markets. This is a high-trust, high-responsibility role requiring sound judgement, discretion, and a consistently high standard of written and verbal communication.

The successful candidate will be highly organised, quietly proactive, and able to manage competing priorities with confidence. This role suits someone who takes pride in anticipating needs, closing loops, and ensuring seamless execution.

Key Responsibilities

Executive Support & Coordination

Provide day-to-day support to the Principal across business and personal matters

Attend meetings as required, producing clear, structured notes with actions, owners, and timelines

Track all follow-ups arising from meetings and ensure timely completion

Maintain oversight of ongoing matters, proactively highlighting risks or delays

Diary, Communication & Correspondence

Manage a complex diary across multiple time zones

Draft, review, and manage professional correspondence to a high standard

Ensure prompt and appropriate follow-ups with internal and external stakeholders

Act as a gatekeeper, prioritising communications effectively

Organisation & Planning

Coordinate travel, meetings, and logistics as required

Track important dates including birthdays, anniversaries, and key events globally

Assist with the organisation of business and personal events

Maintain orderly systems for documents, contacts, and information

Reporting & Administration

Build and maintain Excel trackers for tasks, follow-ups, contacts, and priorities

Ensure accurate record-keeping and version control

Handle sensitive information with absolute confidentiality

Skills & Experience Required

Outstanding written and spoken English, with strong drafting capability

Proven experience supporting senior executives, founders, or principals

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office

High level of attention to detail and organisational ability

Confident managing multiple work streams simultaneously

Strong follow ups for tasks closure is an important quality

Active in Sports and understands team cohesiveness

Personal Attributes

Calm, professional, and discreet

Naturally proactive and solutions-focused

Comfortable working flexibly to align with the Principal's schedule

Reliable, trustworthy, and able to operate with minimal supervision

Polished interpersonal style with sound judgement

Working Style

This is not a rigid 95 position. The role requires flexibility and responsiveness in line with the Principal's commitments, balanced with professional boundaries and mutual respect. The Role is between UK and Dubai majorly with other countries as necessary.