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Executive Assistant to Founder - Hybrid (Dubai-Based)

UN/COMMONOnsite
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Description


We’re looking for a world-class Executive Assistant to support a fast-paced founder and operator working across multiple high-impact ventures in the UAE and globally. Your role is to bring order, calm, and elite-level execution to a busy founder’s life — across business and personal domains.This is not a generic EA role. You’ll be part gatekeeper, part time architect, part communicator, and part life operator. You’ll proactively manage calendars, inboxes, priorities, and logistics with precision and empathy — while protecting your exec’s time like a hawk.If you’re a hyper-organized, detail-obsessed, Type A professional who takes immense pride in staying ahead, this role was built for you.

Requirements


Calendar & Scheduling


• Plan, optimize, and manage the founder’s calendar with daily precision • Schedule meetings with internal team members, clients, and partners • Prioritize what truly matters and protect the founder’s time

Inbox & Communications


• Fully manage and triage the founder’s inbox: respond, filter, follow up • Handle WhatsApp and Slack messages, flag urgent issues, and draft replies • Weekly time dedicated to managing linkedin Inbox • Represent the founder in external communications when needed

Meeting Prep & Logistics


• Prepare agendas and materials ahead of meetings • Handle follow-ups and task tracking post-meeting • Coordinate travel and manage logistics across multiple time zones

Personal & Family Support


• Schedule health, wellness, and family-related appointments • Plan date nights, kids’ activities, and family outings • Handle household admin such as bills, renewals, and gift logistics

Operational & Research Support


• Conduct online research on tools, vendors, and services • Help streamline priorities and organize workflow in support of the founder’s goals

 Who You Are:


• Type A personality: Detail-obsessed, organized, and driven by precision • Proactive problem solver: You see things before they happen • Disciplined & accountable: You do what you say — every time • Confidential & discreet: You know how to protect private and sensitive info • Emotionally intelligent: You communicate with clarity and tact • Grace under pressure: You remain calm in the chaos

 Requirements:


• 3+ years of experience supporting a founder, CEO, or senior executive • Hands-on experience managing service inboxes and external communications • Mastery of Google Workspace, Slack, WhatsApp, and scheduling tools • Familiarity with ClickUp, Notion, or task/project management systems • Fluent written and spoken English

Benefits


Benefits


• 20 days PTO +

15 Public / Floating holidays



Quarterly Salary Bonus Incentive



Laptop stipend included


• Professional development stipend to support your growth • A meaningful, high-trust role at the center of multiple exciting ventures

Work Structure:


• Hybrid: 2 days in-person in Al Barsha, 3 days remote • Flexible hours, based on the founder’s schedule and responsiveness needs • Occasional travel: 1–2 trips per year (fully covered)

This job is no longer open

Life at UN/COMMON

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