Role Overview
The Manager Assistant is the General Manager s right hand. You will manage the GM s calendar, correspondence and meetings, and make sure projects and decisions are followed through during the pre opening and launch phase.
Reports to: General Manager
Location: Dubai, UAE (on site)
Joining: Immediate to 30 days
Key Responsibilities
Calendar and Correspondence
- Manage the GM s calendar, appointments and priorities
- Draft, screen and respond to emails and correspondence on the GM s behalf
- Act as the first point of contact for partners, vendors and stakeholders reaching the GM
Meetings
- Schedule internal and external meetings, prepare agendas and materials
- Take minutes, capture action items and circulate them promptly
- Coordinate logistics for partner meetings, interviews and launch events
Project Follow Up
- Track pre opening and ongoing projects (fit out, marketing launches, partnerships, hiring)
- Chase owners on deadlines and keep the GM updated on status and blockers
- Maintain trackers, documentation and filing for key projects and contracts
General Support
- Prepare presentations, reports and internal communications
- Handle confidential information with discretion
- Support the wider management team during peak periods and events
Desired Candidate Profile
- Female candidates only (ladies only studio)
- Available to join immediately or within 30 days, currently based in the UAE
- 2 to 4 years as an Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant or Management Assistant
- Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic is a plus
- Strong command of MS Office or Google Workspace (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through without being chased
- High discretion and professionalism
- Fitness, wellness, hospitality or startup experience is an advantage