Personal Assistant to the CEO

Company Description Potomac Strategy is a global advisory firm specializing in geopolitical analysis, security consulting, and market intelligence. Headquartered in the UAE, the firm supports governments, family offices, and international corporations with tailored insights to navigate complex political environments and mitigate risk. Its services include geopolitical risk assessments, public safety strategy, due diligence investigations, and opportunity mapping in emerging and frontier markets. Potomac Strategy has a strong track record of enabling decision-makers worldwide through a blend of intelligence, policy, and business strategy, helping clients act with confidence in dynamic global contexts.

Role Description The Personal Assistant to the CEO is a part-time, virtual role, with some flexibility for work from home. The role involves proactively managing the CEO’s diary, coordinating meetings, organizing travel and logistics, and preparing schedules and briefing materials. The Personal Assistant will handle day-to-day administrative and clerical tasks, including email management, document preparation, filing, and expense tracking. This role also supports personal and professional tasks for the CEO, ensuring smooth coordination between business commitments and personal obligations. The Personal Assistant will liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders, protect confidential information, and help prioritize the CEO’s time in a fast-paced, international environment.

Qualifications

• Strong Executive Administrative Assistance and Administrative Assistance skills to support high-level scheduling, coordination, and documentation.
• Proven Personal Assistance and Diary Management experience to manage complex calendars, travel, and personal tasks with discretion.
• Solid Clerical Skills, including document handling, filing, data entry, and basic office systems proficiency.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality when handling sensitive information.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and reliability.
• Comfort working in a hybrid environment in Abu Dhabi, with the ability to work independently and manage priorities remotely.
• Previous experience supporting senior executives, preferably in consulting, advisory, or international organizations; relevant diploma or degree is beneficial.