What are we looking for?
Essential Criteria
The success in this role will demonstrate itself through the following attributes and skills:
- Self-starter, well organised, detail oriented, assertive, possesses initiative and takes ownership of responsibilities with a high degree of positive energy and drive
- Anticipates future events and takes action to ensure that appropriate plans are put in place, where possible in advance, without the need for specific instructions
- Excellent skills in time management, organisation, coordination, and communication (written and verbal)
- Capable of diplomatic and poised communication
- Completes assignments on time or advises in advance of delays
- Excellent attention to detail
- Manages confidential information with complete discretion
- Able to work on a flexible basis and to work occasional overtime when faced with critical deadlines
- Proficient in MS Office packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
- Ability to respond quickly and positively to the changing requirements of the role
Preferred Criteria
The following attributes and skills would also be preferred but are not required:
- Proficient in Salesforce
- Knowledgeable about the hospitality industry, demonstrating a strong interest in hotel industry and brands
- Data analysis, modelling, and interpretation skills
- Able to travel when occasion requires
- In addition to English, Arabic language skills would be advantageous
Required Qualifications
- Minimum Education: GCSE level education (or equivalent)
- Proficiency in MS Office packages (including but not limited to Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
Preferred Qualifications
- Secretarial certifications