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<strong>Job Description<br><br></strong><strong>Company:</strong> Al Saqer Property Management – United Al Saqer Group<br><br><strong>Location:</strong> Sheikh Zayed Rd - Trade Center First - Dubai<br><br><strong>About United Al Saqer Group<br><br></strong>Established more than 40 years ago, the <strong>United Al Saqer Group (UASG)</strong> is one of the leading multi-sector business groups in the United Arab Emirates. UASG owns and operates a diverse portfolio of UAE-based companies across several key industries, including <strong>Abu Dhabi Motors, Dalma Motors, Al Saqer Heavy Equipment, Al Saqer Property Management, Royal International Construction,</strong> and <strong>Royal Joinery</strong>.<br><br><strong>Job Summary<br><br></strong>The <strong>Administrative Assistant</strong> will be responsible for providing secretarial and administrative support to Property Management department to ensure that corporate services are provided in an effective and efficient manner.<br><br><strong>Area Of Responsibility Brief Description Of Activities<br><br></strong><ul><li>General Administrative Support</li><li> Handle general administrative tasks such as answering phone calls, responding to emails, and managing correspondence such as writing and editing e-mails, drafting memos, and preparing communications on the executive’s behalf.</li><li> Scheduling</li><li> Manage calendars, meetings, appointments, and travel arrangements for senior executives and staff members.</li><li> Presentations</li><li> Prepare reports, presentations, and other documentation for meetings and presentations.</li><li> Data Management</li><li> Organize and maintain physical and electronic files, records, and databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality. Maintain comprehensive and accurate records and perform minor accounting duties.</li><li> Office Supplies</li><li> Oversee office supplies inventory and place orders when necessary.</li><li> Logistics</li><li> Manage and distribute incoming and outgoing mail and packages.</li><li> Human Resources</li><li> Collaborate with HR to manage employee records, attendance, and vacation schedules</li><li> Workplace maintenance</li><li> Maintain safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.<br><br></li></ul>Job requirements<br><br><strong>Qualifications & Certifications & Experience (mandatory & Preffered)<br><br></strong><ul><li> High School or Diploma in Business Administration, Property Services, or Real Estate</li><li> 0–1 year of experience in an administrative role, preferably within property management, real estate, or facilities management<br><br></li></ul><strong>Technical Skills<br><br></strong><strong>SKILLS & COMPETENCIES (Technical, Behavioral and Soft)<br><br></strong><ul><li> Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)</li><li> Familiarity with property management software (e.g., Yardi, Buildium, MRI) is an advantage</li><li> Strong typing, data entry, and document formatting skills</li><li> Basic knowledge of lease terms, tenant relations, and property workflows<br><br></li></ul><strong>Behavioral Skills & Competencies<br><br></strong><ul><li> Customer Focus - Responds politely and promptly to customer inquiries. Seeks support when needed.</li><li> Accountability and Ownership - Completes tasks on time and owns up to mistakes.</li><li> Agility and Adaptability - Willing to try new ways of working and learn from mistakes.</li><li> Collaboration & Influence - Works well with teammates and shares information openly.</li><li> Result Orientation - Focuses on completing tasks efficiently and accurately</li></ul>

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