Executive Assistant Ernst & Young AE

The Opportunity

As an executive assistant, you’ll develop your skills by providing support services to some of MENA’s largest organizations. Your experience in business communication will help you to build effective relationships with important stakeholders and senior leaders. You’ll have autonomy and clear responsibilities, working in our friendly, collaborative environment. Your talents will be respected, and you’ll be supported in developing the career path you choose. 

Your key responsibilities

Provide high level support to a small group of Partners and Executives

Organize and manage comprehensive diaries, travel and accommodation

Screening emails, responding and/or actioning as required

Prepare expense claims and timesheets on a weekly basis

Screen phone calls and messages, and follow-up actions, referring to the relevant team member when appropriate

Prepare and revise documents including presentations, emails, reports, agendas and papers

Coordinate client events, internal and external, as required within MENA

Skills and attributes for success

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to interact with clients and team members effectively.

Problem-Solving Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to address issues and concerns.

Attention to Detail: Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain a high level of accuracy in all work.

Organizational Skills: Strong organizational and time-management skills to handle a high volume of tasks efficiently.

Customer-oriented: A client-focused approach to ensure client satisfaction and build long-term relationships.

Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

To qualify for the role, you must have

A minimum of seven years of EA experience in the secretarial field, preferably within Big 4 firms or global companies. 

A degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communication, or a related field is preferred.

What we look for

Highly motivated individuals with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to prioritize shifting workloads in a rapidly changing industry. An effective communicator, you’ll be a confident team player that collaborates with people from various teams while looking to develop your career in a dynamic organization. We are interested in entrepreneurs who have the confidence to develop and promote a brand-new strategic vision both internally and externally. You will be business savvy with a passion for innovation as well as the motivation to create your own EY journey.