Concierge Assistant

Location: Abu DhabiPosition: Full-Time | Live-OutSalary: AED15,000-AED 18,000 all-inclusiveWorking Hours: 9 hours per day | 2 days off per weekTravel: International travel requiredLes Clefs d'Or: Membership is a strong advantageReporting To: Chief Concierge / Director of Private AffairsA corporate office is seeking an experienced Assistant Concierge to provide discreet and personalised travel and lifestyle support to VVIP clients and senior stakeholders.The role requires strong luxury travel knowledge, excellent global connections, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate complex arrangements and respond proactively to VIP requirements.RESPONSIBILITIES▪️ Design and coordinate bespoke international travel, including private aviation, yachts, luxury hotels, and premium accommodations▪️ Coordinate visas, security clearances, airport fast-track services, and ground transportation▪️ Monitor travel arrangements in real time and proactively manage changes or disruptions▪️ Secure priority access to exclusive restaurants, events, cultural experiences, and private venues▪️ Curate personalised lifestyle experiences based on client preferences▪️ Manage reservations, special requests, gifts, and last-minute arrangements locally and internationally▪️ Maintain detailed client profiles, preferences, and requirements▪️ Act as a trusted liaison and gatekeeper between the VIP and external providers▪️ Build and maintain a global network of luxury hotels, restaurants, travel providers, and lifestyle contacts▪️ Source exclusive and off-market experiences, including private estates, invite-only events, and rare-access opportunities▪️ Conduct research into luxury travel, emerging destinations, gifts, trends, and elite service providers▪️ Manage vendors, negotiate preferential rates, and conduct due diligence to ensure quality and discretion▪️ Handle travel disruptions, emergencies, and high-pressure situations with immediate and effective solutions▪️ Coordinate with security teams and government authorities when required▪️ Manage travel budgets, billing, expenses, and documentation▪️ Prepare detailed travel briefs, itineraries, and professional presentations using MS Office, PowerPoint, and AI presentation tools▪️ Remain flexible and responsive across different time zones▪️ Provide on-call support and immediate assistance when requiredREQUIREMENTS▪️ Minimum 5+ years' experience in 5-star luxury hotels, premium concierge services, family offices, private offices, or similar high-end environments▪️ Proven experience supporting VVIP clients and/or UHNW individuals▪️ Strong established network within luxury travel, hospitality, and lifestyle sectors▪️ Excellent knowledge of international luxury travel and lifestyle services▪️ Strong organisational, multitasking, communication, and problem-solving skills▪️ Experience with high-security travel is an advantage▪️ Les Clefs d'Or membership is a strong advantage▪️ Fluent English required; additional languages are highly advantageous▪️ Highly discreet, polished, proactive, and service-oriented▪️ Excellent interpersonal and communication skills▪️ Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-pressure VVIP environment▪️ International travel flexibility is essential▪️Ability to obtain a Schengen visa preferredPACKAGE & BENEFITS▪️ Salary depending on experience and profile▪️ Live-out position▪️ UAE Employment Visa▪️ Health Insurance▪️ Paid Annual Leave▪️ Return Flight Ticket▪️ International Travel Opportunities▪️ 2 days off per weekOnly candidates with strong VVIP/UHNW concierge, luxury travel, private affairs, or premium hospitality experience will be considered.