Strategic Executive Assistant – CFO Office

DescriptionZutari: Co-creating an engineered impact. Zutari is a well-established, management-owned engineering firm with over 90 years of experience. As human-centred engineering consultants and advisors, we are trusted by our clients, business partners, communities and other stakeholders across Africa and the Middle East. We co-create engineering solutions that have a positive impact and improve people’s lives. Zutari values inclusion and recognises the importance of a diverse, talented workforce, believing that people need other people to succeed.

What kind of talent do we pursue?We employ people with the right attitude and a positive mindset, who are motivated by doing the right thing, getting things done and sharing a sense of urgency. People who have an impact on our teams and the broader community. People who think differently and connect with those around them to co-create new opportunities and leave a meaningful legacy. Role overview: We are seeking a highly capable and experienced Strategic Executive Assistant – CFO Office to support the Group Chief Financial Officer (CFO) based in Dubai.

This is a pivotal role requiring a professional with strong financial acumen, exceptional communication skills, and proven experience supporting C-suite executives in fast-paced, international environments. The successful candidate will act as a trusted right-hand to the CFO, managing executive-level deliverables, preparing high-impact financial presentations and board materials, and coordinating complex stakeholder engagements across regions. Key Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field (Finance qualification strongly preferred)Minimum 5 years of senior executive support experience, preferably within financial services or a multinational corporate environmentDemonstrated understanding of financial statements, reporting cycles, and corporate finance conceptsExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with proven experience preparing financial reports, investor decks, and board presentationsAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, and business communication toolsExperience managing global stakeholder relationships across multiple regions and time zonesHigh degree of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive and confidential financial informationResponsibilities:

Prepare, edit, and enhance financial presentations, board reports, investor updates, and executive-level communicationsSupport the CFO in compiling financial insights and data for ExCo and board-level discussionsCoordinate and manage logistics for leadership meetings, investor roadshows, earnings calls, and multi-stakeholder engagementsIndependently manage select projects and follow through on strategic initiatives with minimal oversightLiaise on behalf of the CFO with internal departments, board members, external advisors, and investorsAssist with the budget planning cycle, forecasting processes, and quarterly business reviewsTrack action items and ensure timely follow-up on strategic and operational prioritiesMaintain an organized system for managing financial documents, board papers, and meeting briefsProvide full administrative support including complex calendar management and global travel arrangementsEssential Attributes:

Strategic mindset with a proactive, anticipatory approach to executive supportStrong analytical skills with the ability to quickly grasp financial concepts and dataHighly organized with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities under pressureConfidentiality, discretion, and sound judgment in all mattersAdaptability and flexibility to work across time zones and occasionally outside standard business hoursWe believe that a diverse workforce is key to our business success. We seek the best people for our jobs based on their skills, qualifications and experience.

We embrace the principle of equal opportunity in employment and work towards eliminating all forms of unlawful discrimination in our employment practices.