EA to HIGH PROFILE PRINCIPAL - based in Doha

Up to $156,000 per annum DOE (approximately £117,500 GBP), TAX FREE + ACCOMMODATION ALLOWANCE ($2,000 -$3,000 per month) + 40 DAYS' HOLIDAY

A rare opportunity. An exceptional Principal. An enviable package.

This is an exceptional opportunity based in Doha and provide high-level, 1:1 executive support to a highly prominent Middle Eastern Principal.

We are looking for someone polished, intelligent, naturally personable and switched-on. Someone who doesn't simply manage a diary but thinks several steps ahead, anticipates requirements and makes everything happen seamlessly. You will be supporting a Principal who is approachable, personable and has a great sense of humour. He values loyalty, discretion, sound judgement and, above all, someone he can trust implicitly. Based in beautiful, modern offices in Doha's commercial district, this is a predominantly business-focused EA position. Occasional travel with the Principal (approximately 2–3 times per year). Flexibility and occasional out-of-hours availability are important, particularly when the Principal is travelling internationally.

THE ROLE:

• Taking complete ownership of a complex and fast-moving executive diary.
• Managing emails, correspondence and communications
• Preparing high-quality meeting agendas, presentations and briefing documents
• Coordinating international travel, flights, hotels and detailed itineraries
• Managing restaurant reservations, bookings and visa requirements
• Managing last-minute changes and keeping everything on track
• Acting as a trusted point of contact and ensuring the smooth running of the Principal's professional commitments
• Handling highly confidential matters with absolute discretion

THE CANDIDATE:

• Minimum four years' experience providing high level EA support
• Proven experience supporting UHNW individuals, senior executives, or C-suite principals 
• Excellent written and spoken English, ideally mother tongue 
• Exceptional attention to detail 
• Highly proactive, anticipating requirements and staying one step ahead 
• Exceptionally flexible and adaptable
• Naturally personable, with a good sense of humour 
• Genuine gravitas, maturity and excellent judgement
• Bright, switched on and able to think on their feet. 
• Highly discreet and trustworthy
• A strong understanding of Middle Eastern culture
• An interest in the arts; knowledge of the art world would be advantageous

THE PACKAGE:

• Up to $156,000 per annum DOE, TAX FREE
• Monthly accommodation allowance
• MUST BE BASED IN DOHA
• 40 days' annual leave, plus national holidays
• One paid return flight to your home country per year
• Doha-based position with occasional international travel