Executive Assistant to CEO (Saudi Arabia)

About the role

We are looking for a highly sophisticated Executive Assistant to support the CEO of a leading financial institution operating at the forefront of regional capital markets. This strategic role demands discretion, precision, and the ability to manage complex executive workflows across senior stakeholders, regulators, and investors.

Key responsibilities

• End‑to‑end management of the CEO’s calendar, meetings, and strategic priorities across multiple jurisdictions.
• Coordinate board meetings, investor engagements, and regulatory interactions, preparing briefing packs, agendas, and action summaries.
• Plan and execute international and domestic travel, handling all logistics, expense reporting, and related documentation.
• Liaise with internal leadership, board members, investors, and external partners to ensure seamless communication.
• Prepare presentations, correspondence, and executive materials with a high degree of accuracy.

Required profile

• 7–12+ years of experience supporting C‑suite or senior leadership in investment banking, private equity, or top‑tier corporate environments.
• Proven track record managing executive offices at board and investor level.
• Bachelor’s degree required; background in Business, Finance, Economics or related discipline preferred.
• Saudi Arabian citizenship with fluent English and native‑level Arabic.

Required skills

• Advanced command of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with executive travel logistics and expense management platforms.
• Proficiency in virtual collaboration and board‑level documentation tools.
• Ability to leverage generative AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude to streamline workflows.