Executive Assistant to CEO – Hospitality

About the role

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Executive Assistant to support our Chief Executive Officer in a fast‑paced, matrixed food & beverage organization. The role serves as the primary liaison between the CEO and internal and external stakeholders, ensuring smooth operations of the executive office.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a complex, frequently changing calendar, including meetings, travel, and events.
• Prepare agendas, presentations, briefing notes and take minutes during key meetings.
• Handle confidential documents and communications with discretion.
• Draft high‑quality correspondence, reports, and internal communications on behalf of the CEO.
• Coordinate cross‑functional information flow and support strategic initiatives.
• Organise domestic and international travel itineraries, accommodations, transport and agendas.
• Oversee expenses, approvals and budget tracking for the executive office.
• Provide ad‑hoc support across operational, strategic, commercial, personal and administrative matters.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Secretarial Administration.
• 5+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant in a Food & Beverage or Hospitality environment.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is a plus.
• Strong understanding of matrix organisations and ability to navigate cross‑functional teams.
• Excellent verbal and written communication with a professional, diplomatic demeanor.
• Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines and maintain confidentiality.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Google Workspace.