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Administrative Assistant (6189)

Shield AI

On-site๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ชAbu Dhabi, UAEmidPosted 4d ago

Visa & sponsorship

  • Employers in UAE sponsor the residence visa by default, and nothing in the posting says otherwise.

Job description

Shield AI is a venture-backed defense-tech company with the mission of protecting service members and civilians with intelligent systems. Its products include Hivemind autonomy software, V-BAT and X-BAT aircraft, and Aechelon simulation and synthetic reality technologies. With offices and facilities across the U.S., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia-Pacific, Shield AIโ€™s technology actively supports operations worldwide. For more information, visit www.shield.ai . Follow Shield AI on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and YouTube .

The Administrative Assistant provides proactive administrative support to leaders and teams by coordinating schedules, meetings, travel, and administrative activities that support efficient day-to-day business operations. This role serves as a reliable resource for day-to-day administrative needs while ensuring a high level of organization, responsiveness, and service to leaders and stakeholders.

What You'll Do

  • Manage calendars for assigned leaders, coordinating meetings, resolving scheduling conflicts, and maintaining calendar accuracy across multiple time zones.

  • Coordinate internal and external meetings, including scheduling, logistics, and stakeholder communications appropriate to the supported leader level.

  • Coordinate business travel, prepare itineraries, and process expense reports for supported VP-level leaders in compliance with company policies.

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support, including meeting logistics, note-taking, action item tracking, document management, and administrative processes.

  • Serve as a primary administrative contact for supported leaders and teams, ensuring timely communication and coordination.

  • Coordinate scheduling and logistics for customer, partner, and stakeholder engagements, as appropriate.

  • Build effective working relationships across internal stakeholders to support day-to-day business operations and administrative activities.

  • Support local leadership activities, executive visits, offsites, and other team events through effective planning and logistical coordination.

  • Ensure continuity of support during vacations, leaves of absence, and other coverage periods.

  • Participate in the administrative community by sharing knowledge, supporting team initiatives, and contributing to a collaborative, professional work environment.

  • Provide on-site office support Monday through Friday, 10 a.m.โ€“7 p.m., including receiving packages, coordinating office maintenance and services, and managing office-related expenses.

Required Qualifications

  • 3+ years of executive, administrative, or office support experience.

  • Fluency in English both spoken and written.

  • Experience managing calendars, scheduling meetings, and coordinating administrative activities for leaders or teams.

  • Experience coordinating travel arrangements and processing expense reports.

  • Strong organizational and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail.

  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing business needs in a fast-paced environment.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact professionally across all levels of the organization.

  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and integrity when handling confidential information.

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Google Workspace, and collaboration tools such as Microsoft Teams or Slack.

  • Ability to work independently, take initiative, and follow through on assigned responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience supporting VP, Senior Director, or equivalent leadership.

  • Fluency in Arabic both spoken and written.

  • Experience working in an aerospace, defense, manufacturing, or other fast-paced organization.

  • Familiarity with travel and expense management systems such as Concur and enterprise systems such as Costpoint.

  • Experience coordinating meetings, offsites, or team events.

  • Experience supporting cross-functional teams and collaborating with multiple business partners.

  • Associate's or bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.

Our international teammates receive a comprehensive total rewards package aligned to your country office location. For full details on compensation and benefits, please consult your talent acquisition partner.