Office Manager
Confidential Careers · Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Apply & track with Apply EdgeA leading Abu Dhabi based organization is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and project-oriented Office Manager to support a senior executive and oversee the effective coordination of strategic initiatives, executive priorities, governance activities, and cross-functional projects.This role goes beyond traditional office management responsibilities and requires an individual with strong project management capabilities, exceptional stakeholder management skills, and the ability to drive execution across multiple workstreams in a fast-paced environment.ResponsibilitiesManage the day-to-day priorities, calendar, meetings, and executive commitments.Coordinate leadership meetings and ensure timely follow-up on key action items.Prepare executive-level reports, presentations, briefing materials, and correspondence.Act as a key liaison between the executive office and internal and external stakeholders.Ensure effective communication and coordination across business functions.Support the planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of strategic initiatives.Monitor project timelines, milestones, risks, and deliverables.Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure project objectives are achieved.Maintain project trackers, dashboards, and status reports.Escalate risks and delays while recommending mitigation actions.Track executive decisions and action plans.Ensure accountability and timely closure of assigned actions.Establish reporting mechanisms to monitor progress against business objectives.Prepare management reports and executive summaries.Build strong working relationships with senior leaders and key stakeholders.Coordinate meetings with government entities, external partners, consultants, and vendors when required.Ensure a professional and efficient executive office environment.RequirementsBachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Management, Project Management, or a related discipline.PMP, Prince2, CAPM, or similar project management certification is preferred.Minimum 7 years of professional experience supporting senior executives or leadership teams.Proven project management and coordination experience.Experience managing multiple priorities, stakeholders, and business initiatives simultaneously.Strong reporting, presentation, and organizational skills.Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint and Excel.Experience in Executive Office, PMO, Strategy, Business Excellence, Corporate Performance, or Executive Support environments is preferred.Excellent communication and writing skills in Arabic and English.