Role Summary
This dual-role position is ideal for a high-performing professional with exceptional organizational, interpersonal, and administrative skills. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient office operations while providing high-level personal assistance and executive support to the CEO.
Key Responsibilities :
Executive Support to the CEO
- Manage and optimize the CEO’s calendar including scheduling meetings, travel arrangements, and prioritization of daily tasks.
- Handle all correspondence on behalf of the CEO, including drafting emails, reports, presentations, and meeting notes.
- Act as the gatekeeper and point of contact between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders.
- Coordinate board meetings, investor meetings, and senior leadership offsites including preparing agendas, documentation, and minutes.
- Provide confidential administrative and business support, ensuring discretion and diplomacy at all times.
Office Management
- Oversee day-to-day office operations to ensure an efficient and professional working environment.
- Manage office budgets, expenses, and vendor relationships (supplies, IT, maintenance, etc.).
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and regulatory requirements within the Bahrain office.
- Coordinate onboarding logistics for new employees (workspace, tech setup, supplies).
- Organize internal events, team-building activities, and other office functions.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in a similar role supporting C-suite executives.
- Prior experience in financial services, banking, or lending industries is highly desirable.
- Proven ability to multitask and prioritize workload in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English;
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and virtual collaboration tools (Zoom, Slack, Notion, etc.).
- Familiarity with Bahrain’s business culture and office practices is a strong advantage.
