Job Descriptions

We are looking for an experienced Business Administrator to provide solid back-office support to a small privately owned private organisation. As part of the senior leadership team, this is a generalist role that involves managing a spectrum of tasks and supports diverse projects with guidance and stability. This multi-faceted role will provide all-round support to the business both remotely and on the ground and you must be able to react quickly based on changing priorities and be proactive in identifying areas of need. You will be a natural problem solver behind the scenes. As the ‘go to’ person in the office, the incumbent will be a strong team player with the natural ability to evoke a warm, inviting atmosphere of gracious hospitality to all visitors, whether visiting colleagues or third parties. Responsibilities include full oversight of key strategic business functions, including finance, IT and legal; interpreting, evaluating and integrating business activities, with a view to streamlining processes and implementing business analytics initiatives. You will also be accountable for ensuring full compliance with relevant legislation and jurisdictions. Additionally, supporting finance-related elements including updates to authorisation limits, administering petty cash and credit card reconciliations as required, invoice payments, checking coding is accurate for reporting. There will also be considerable revision of contracts and legal documentation and constant update of their supplier lists. Requirements Our client is looking for at least four years of similar operational experience within in a small, boutique organisation, ideally with some exposure in the UAE and UK. Career emphasis will be on finance and legal contractual matters, but in an operational capacity and candidates must show a professional background with solid accountancy and finance capability. A degree is a minimum requirement.

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