About the Company
The Emirates Investment Authority (EIA) is the sole Sovereign Wealth Fund of the UAE Federal Government, established in 2007. It actively pursues unique investment opportunities globally, aiming to strengthen and diversify the UAE economy through investments in various asset classes.
The EIA’s primary goal is to manage the sovereign wealth of the UAE by investing in a diversified portfolio of assets in key economic sectors, delivering sustained financial gains for the country.
Requirements
– Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Administration or a relevant field
– 1-5 years of hands-on Corporate Secretarial experience in a bilingual environment, preferably in a financial or investment institution
– Previous experience in the UAE, ideally in a government institution, investment house, or financial services company
– Excellent technical knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, Power Point, and Excel
– Experience in creating, revising, and reviewing complex documents and senior-level presentations
– Fluent in both English and Arabic with proficiency in spelling, grammar, and translation between the two languages
Job Description / Role
Position: Full Time
The Corporate Secretary oversees administrative duties for the Emirates Investment Authority, managing meetings, taking accurate minutes, and liaising with internal and external stakeholders. The role involves acting as the secretary for various committees, including the Investment Committee, Executive Committee, Management Committee, Strategic Assets Committee, Nomination and Remuneration Committee, and Audit Committee. Responsibilities encompass scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, collecting and disseminating materials, tracking action items, managing document filing systems, ensuring compliance with internal regulations, and supporting senior management in project-based work.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure efficient board and committee meetings, including scheduling, agenda preparation, material distribution, attendance, and minute-taking
- Track progress of action items and communicate with staff
- Coordinate board and committee-related activities
- Manage document filing system for board-related topics
- Handle internal compliance matters, including adherence to the Code of Conduct and trading clearance rules
- Attend committee meetings, take minutes in both Arabic and English, and ensure timely approvals
- Develop agendas and prepare for board and committee meetings
- Generate and modify documents and presentations using Microsoft Office tools
- Support senior management in project-based work