Private PA - German and English speaking

German Speaking Private PA to Founder & CEO

Dubai

Full time, office based

Salary DOE

Euro London is partnering with an international Private Equity firm to recruit a German speaking Private PA to support their Founder & CEO, based in Dubai.

This firm is founder led, fast paced and highly specialised, with deep in house expertise across technical and commercial disciplines. With additional offices in London and North America, our client is truly international with a focus on growing their presence in Dubai.

The CEO is dynamic, charismatic and decisive. He values creativity, respect, cultural alignment and exceptional service. The successful candidate will work closely with his Corporate EA, and the wider household team to ensure seamless coordination across all aspects of his private life.

This role requires someone who knows Dubai exceptionally well. Its culture, logistics, key locations, service providers and lifestyle and who thrives in a high performance environment with high expectations.

Typical duties: will include, yet will not be limited to the following:

• Manage and plan the CEO’s private diary, coordinating with household staff and business support teams
• Ensure the smooth running of daily personal commitments and family activities
• Arrange all personal travel, including commercial and charter flights, ground transportation, hotel bookings and itinerary planning
• Research and book leisure activities, dining experiences and family appropriate options, with a focus on high end and luxury experiences
• Stay informed on luxury hospitality trends, new openings and premium service providers
• Research and coordinate children’s activities, appointments and hobbies
• Plan and execute private events such as dinner parties, celebrations and family occasions
• Support corporate events in Dubai, including venue scouting and logistics for company wide gatherings
• Liaise daily with household staff and ensure clear communication across all parties
• Assist with household recruitment when required
• Manage personal budgets, track costs and ensure timely payment of invoices
• Respond to ad hoc requests at all times, including weekends
• Travel with the CEO when the travelling PA is unavailable

Essential skills & experience

• Fluency in German and English (spoken and written)
• Previous experience supporting HNWIs or senior principals in both private and business contexts
• Strong understanding of Dubai’s culture, logistics, service landscape and lifestyle ecosystem
• Experience working in a corporate, fast paced environment, ideally within financial or professional services
• Excellent knowledge of luxury hospitality, premium travel and high end service providers
• Strong negotiation skills and confidence dealing with senior stakeholders and suppliers
• Ability to manage budgets and track personal expenditure
• Strong MS Office skills (Outlook essential)
• Degree educated (required for visa sponsorship)

Personal attributes:

• Calm, proactive and solutions focused, with the ability to anticipate needs
• Comfortable with 24/7 availability and weekend responsiveness
• Able to work harmoniously with the CEO’s partner, children, travelling PA, Corporate EA and household team
• Resilient, adaptable and confident in a high expectation environment

Why join this organisation?

Work directly with a dynamic, visionary Founder & CEO

Be part of a high performing, international team

Competitive compensation package

Opportunity to shape the private support function at a pivotal moment of growth

If you’d like to discuss the role further or review the full job specification and package details, please get in touch.

Please be advised that all CVs will be treated in the strictest confidence and your application will not be forwarded without your permission. We aim to respond promptly; however, due to the high volume of applications, we are only able to contact candidates whose experience closely matches our client’s requirements. For more opportunities, please visit our website.