Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an intellectually agile, high-velocity Executive Assistant to serve as the primary engine and strategic "right hand" to an established CEO of a global video games company with a 20+ year history. This is a high-impact role designed for a professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and drives operational excellence.

You will act as the CEO’s Information Hub, managing the flow of communication, ensuring flawless follow-through, and serving as a force multiplier for leadership. This role requires someone who operates with total autonomy and zero need for oversight.

Competitive salary of AED 18,000 - 25,000 per month (depending on experience) plus medical insurance, visa and performance bonus.

Key Responsibilities

1. Master Action List Ownership

• Own and maintain the single Master Action List for the entire global operation, encompassing Studio, Publishing, and Operations.
• Capture, assign, and track every commitment, deliverable, milestone, and next steps discussed in meetings or raised by Directors and Lead Producers.
• Drive reporting and execution across all departments. You will ensure items are closed out effectively so the CEO does not have to chase updates or status reports.

2. Communication & Inbox Orchestration

• Maintain full delegated access to the CEO’s email; triage incoming requests, identify urgent priorities, and draft sophisticated correspondence on behalf of the CEO.
• Act as the primary gatekeeper and liaison between the CEO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring the CEO’s time is focused on the highest-leverage activities.

3. Strategic Shadowing & Meeting Facilitation

• Attend high-level meetings and board sessions to capture key objectives, synthesize notes, and immediately translate discussions into actionable workflows.
• Ensure the CEO is fully briefed and prepared with all necessary documentation and context prior to every engagement.

4. Operations & Logistics Management

• Execute complex travel itineraries with 100% accuracy.
• Manage professional errands with high urgency, ensuring a seamless integration between the CEO’s work and private commitments.

Skills

Key Requirements

• Immediate start
• Minimum 5-7 years of relevant experience as an Executive Assistant or in a strategic support role, with at least 2-3 years directly supporting a CEO, Founder or C-level executive in a fast-paced industry (tech, gaming, media, or consulting preferred).
• A proven track record of academic or professional excellence. Must be a fast learner with the ability to grasp complex concepts and business nuances immediately.
• A natural tendency to identify gaps and fill them proactively without waiting for formal instructions.
• High level of resourcefulness and the ability to navigate roadblocks independently. This role requires a self-starter who operates effectively without oversight.
• Experience handling sensitive corporate data and personal communications with the highest level of professional ethics.
• Native or professional-level mastery of English. Must have the ability to mirror the CEO’s voice and represent the Office of the CEO with poise and precision.
• The ability to remain calm and organized under pressure, maintaining a solutions-oriented mindset even when priorities shift rapidly.

This is a high-impact strategic role for a true force multiplier who thrives with full autonomy.