Silver Swan is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Personal Assistant to provide exceptional support to our esteemed UHNW client in Kuwait. The successful Personal Assistant will play a crucial role in ensuring the seamless functioning of the principal’s professional and personal affairs. The role will primarily be based in Kuwait with summers spent in Western Europe, primarily in France and the UK, so fluency in both Arabic and English is essential, while proficiency in French will be considered an asset. If you are an experienced Personal Assistant ready to provide high-level support to a UHNW individual in a dynamic and exclusive environment, we encourage you to apply for this opportunity.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage schedules, appointments, and travel arrangements.
- Maintain an organised and efficient office environment.
- Act as a liaison between the principal and various contacts, ensuring effective and clear communication.
- Draft and review correspondence in Arabic and English.
- Conduct research on various topics as required, compile information, and provide concise reports.
- Maintain and update records and databases.
- Provide interpretation services for meetings and discussions conducted in Arabic, English, and potentially French.
- Accurate translation of documents may also be necessary.
- Assist in planning and organising personal and professional events, ensuring they run smoothly and according to the principal’s preferences.
- Handle sensitive information with the utmost discretion and always maintain strict confidentiality.
- Adapt to a dynamic work environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously, often with shifting priorities.
Ideal Candidate:
- Previous experience as a Personal Assistant or in a similar HNW role is highly desirable
- Fluency in both Arabic and English, with proficiency in French an asset
- Exceptional communication skills, both written and verbal
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- High level of adaptability and flexibility
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- Professionalism and an understanding of etiquette
- Discretion, loyalty, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality
Package:
- Salary: 20,000 – 30,000 AED per month
- Medical insurance provided
- Visa provided
- Annual return flights to the candidate’s home country
- 30 days of paid vacation annually
Job Status: LIVE
Responsible Consultant: Luke Quaintance
Luke Quaintance