Paired
Paired
Paired is a strategic talent recruitment company that helps businesses build global teams by sourcing, vetting, and presenting overseas candidates. Its placement work spans roles from administrative support and executive positions to opportunities in marketing, engineering, and sales. By managing key parts of the hiring process, Paired aims to give companies access to qualified international talent while supporting more cost-effective workforce growth.

Executive Assistant to Marketing Agency Founder

Provide remote executive and personal support to a Dubai-based marketing agency founder, coordinating travel, schedules, household operations, and lifestyle logistics. Manage international vendors and urgent requests across Dubai and European time zones.

Description

  • Arrange personal travel, including flights, accommodation, transport, dining reservations, and itineraries.
  • Manage personal appointments and commitments, from medical and fitness sessions to grooming and lifestyle activities.
  • Proactively handle visa renewals, residency documents, licenses, and other personal administration.
  • Oversee household logistics, coordinating vendors, maintenance, deliveries, installations, repairs, and property communications.
  • Take care of errands, sourcing requests, returns, exchanges, and gift purchases.
  • Liaise with accountants, lawyers, building management, concierge services, and other vendors.
  • Respond efficiently to urgent and last-minute logistical requests.
  • Keep the calendar accurate across multiple time zones.
  • Spot potential problems and resolve them independently.
  • Protect confidentiality and act with professionalism and discretion.
  • Identify and address challenges proactively.
  • Work independently and make timely, well-informed decisions.
  • Communicate clearly, precisely, and professionally.
  • Stay composed and effective under pressure.
  • Independently coordinate and manage international vendors.

Requirements

  • At least two years supporting a founder, executive, entrepreneur, or C-suite professional.
  • Availability across Dubai and European time zones.
  • Substantial experience working remotely across multiple time zones.
  • A polished, professional presentation.
  • Social sophistication and strong emotional intelligence.
  • A track record in affluent, high-achieving environments.
  • High responsiveness, attention to detail, and reliability.
  • Excellent spoken and written English and strong communication skills.
  • Strong organization and the ability to manage competing priorities.
  • A proactive, resourceful approach and the ability to work without close supervision.
  • Comfort with significant responsibility, changing schedules, and urgent requests.
  • Strong online research and problem-solving abilities.
  • Professional composure under pressure.
  • International travel and lifestyle logistics experience is strongly preferred.
  • Applicants with only junior virtual assistant or entry-level administrative experience may not be considered.
  • This role is not suited to junior virtual assistants seeking training.
  • This role is not suited to candidates who need constant direction.
  • This role is not suited to candidates who struggle with urgency or shifting priorities.
  • This role is not suited to candidates who prefer highly structured corporate environments.
  • This role is not suited to candidates who cannot work beyond fixed hours.
  • Applicants without previous executive or founder support experience are not a fit.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay.
  • Work with fast-growing premium brands.
  • Fully remote work with a dynamic, growth-oriented team.
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement.

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