Executive Assistant to President – Kuwait

About the role

The company is seeking a highly experienced Executive Assistant to support its President, who leads several major enterprises in Kuwait. Reporting directly to the President, the EA will manage both business and personal matters, ensuring seamless daily operations and acting as a trusted right‑hand.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the President’s complex diary, coordinating business and personal appointments across Kuwait and internationally.
• Arrange travel itineraries, visas, accommodations and related logistics for 4‑6 business trips per year.
• Prepare, proofread and distribute correspondence, emails and meeting materials.
• Liaise with senior executives, family members, external partners and government officials, maintaining discretion at all times.
• Anticipate and resolve issues proactively, providing solutions without extensive supervision.
• Support personal errands and household matters as required, with flexibility to cover urgent requests.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of senior‑level executive support experience, preferably within a family office, UHNW environment or Gulf‑based corporation.
• Fluent in Arabic and English, with excellent written and verbal communication.
• High emotional intelligence, cultural awareness of Kuwaiti business etiquette and the ability to adapt quickly.
• Demonstrated confidentiality, professionalism and a proactive, hands‑on attitude.

Required skills

• Advanced diary and calendar management.
• Expert travel planning and itinerary coordination.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Effective stakeholder communication at all levels.

What we offer

• Competitive salary equivalent to £80‑85 k per year, plus performance bonus.
• Company‑provided accommodation.
• Annual return flight and other benefits.
• Long handover period with the outgoing EA and a stable, high‑retention work environment.