At Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, our Colleagues are with the exceptional service they provide to our guests – and also to one another. Showcase your interpersonal strengths as Executive Secretary, where your administrative and technical expertise will support successful operations and an unforgettable guest experience.

Hotel Overview: Fairmont The Palm is a luxury, world- class resort located on the iconic Palm Jumeirah Island in Dubai. The hotel features 381 guest rooms and suites with dedicated Fairmont Gold rooms and lounge. A total of seven food and beverage outlets on property plus 24- hour in- room dining—offer a mix of culinary and entertainment options that mirror Dubai’s cosmopolitan air including Indian and Mediterranean cuisine and a Brazilian churrasco experience. Fairmont the Palm also features an expansive pool and beach area with a health club, Willow Stream Spa and the Fairmont Falcons Juniors’ Club.

Summary of Responsibilities:

Reporting to the General Manager, responsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:

Personally greeting all internal/external guests, offering support and directing enquiries

Consistently offer professional, friendly and engaging service

Administer the day- to- day operation of the Executive Office

Prioritize all telephone calls, in- person visitors and schedule appointments

Provide all office administration duties such as written correspondence, mail, photocopying and ordering office supplies

Maintain confidential filling system for correspondence, policies, standards, regulations and various matters related to the General Manager’s office

Complete and circulate meeting minutes as required

Assist departmental leaders in completing special projects as required

Follow departmental policies and procedures

Follow all safety policies

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Previous experience in an administrative role required

Computer literate in Microsoft Window applications required

Must be able to type 25 words per minute

University/College degree in a related discipline an asset

Previous hotel experience preferred

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Strong interpersonal and problem solving abilities

Highly responsible & reliable

Ability to work cohesively as part of a team

Ability to focus attention on guest needs, remaining calm and courteous at all times

Visa Requirements: Please note that you must be eligible to live and work in Dubai. We will assist successful applicants with the visa process and provide flights and accommodation