Assistant Business Manager

We are looking for a high-potential Business Assistant to work directly alongside the management team of a family-owned entrepreneurial group developing several businesses and new ventures.This is not a traditional administrative assistant position. It is a business-focused role for an ambitious early-career professional who will support management on strategic priorities and contribute directly to the execution of high-impact projects.Key responsibilitiesConduct market, competitor and business analysisIdentify and assess new business opportunitiesPrepare presentations, briefing notes and decision-support materialsStructure, coordinate and monitor cross-functional projectsContribute to business development and digital initiativesTrack management decisions and ensure effective follow-throughLiaise with internal teams and selected external partnersSupport management across a range of fast-moving business prioritiesCandidate profileGraduate from a leading business school or equivalent top-tier institutionUp to two years of professional experienceInitial experience in consulting, business development, investment, a start-up or an entrepreneurial environmentStrong analytical, research and problem-solving skillsExcellent written communication and presentation abilitiesAdvanced proficiency in PowerPoint and ExcelHighly organised, agile and able to manage multiple prioritiesProactive, resourceful and comfortable working with a high degree of autonomyBusiness-minded, execution-driven and attentive to detailFluent English; additional languages are an advantageBased in Dubai or willing to relocateA valid European passport is mandatory for this positionThe opportunityThis position offers direct exposure to an entrepreneurial management team and the opportunity to contribute to several businesses from the outset.It is an exceptional learning platform for an ambitious professional seeking to understand how new ventures are assessed, developed and executed, with the potential to progressively take ownership of strategic projects.