Job Description

Role overview

The Assistant to the General Manager provides direct executive support to the General Manager and acts as a key coordinator across operations, administration and business projects. This is a fast-paced role requiring excellent communication, strong execution, discretion, and the ability to manage multiple priorities while representing senior management with internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities

Provide day-to-day executive assistance to the General Manager (calendar management, travel planning, meeting coordination). Prepare meeting agendas, take minutes and follow up on action items to ensure timely closure. Support external communications, client reception and business liaison activities. Draft, proofread and format letters, reports, presentations and other management materials. Consolidate data, prepare summaries and assist with reporting to senior management. Coordinate travel plans, transport arrangements and logistics for senior management. Assist in coordinating and following up on selected business projects and initiatives. Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism. Carry out additional tasks and ad-hoc duties assigned by the General Manager.
Required qualifications & skills

Proven experience as an Executive Assistant, Management Assistant or similar role supporting senior management (preferred). Fluent in

Chinese

and

English

(verbal & written). Arabic is a strong advantage. Strong organisational skills, attention to detail, high execution capability and ability to prioritise tasks. Excellent written and verbal communication skills; able to draft professional correspondence and reports. Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with multiple stakeholders. Familiarity with UAE business environment and local protocols is preferred. Willingness to travel and work flexible hours when needed.
Preferred / Nice-to-have

Experience in tobacco manufacturing, FMCG or manufacturing industries. Valid

UAE driving licence

and ability to support local errands/transport coordination. Previous exposure to project coordination or basic business analysis.

Base salary:

AED

10,000-20,000 / month

(depending on experience).

Incentives:

Performance bonus (subject to role & results).

Benefits (negotiable):

Work visa, medical insurance, housing/transport allowance, annual leave, one annual round-trip ticket.
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED10,000.00 - AED20,000.00 per month

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Assistant to General Manager: 3 years (Required)
Language:

Chinise (Required) English (Required) * Arabic (Preferred)