A hands-on chief of staff and asset manager required for a UHNW Dubai principal with a global lifestyle and asset portfolio.
A UHNW Dubai Principal is seeking a highly capable, hands-on Chief of Staff to oversee a complex global lifestyle and asset portfolio, including multiple international properties, a private yacht and two private aircraft
This is a high-trust, high-responsibility role requiring end-to-end ownership of all operational, logistical and service aspects across land, sea and air. The successful candidate will be comfortable operating at both strategic and operational level, ensuring assets and teams perform flawlessly at all times
Core Responsibilities Asset & Global Operations (A–Z) • Full end-to-end responsibility for the management of all assets, including multiple properties, one yacht and two private aircraft • Oversight of daily operations, staffing, maintenance, compliance, readiness, presentation, insurance and scheduling • Liaison with pilots, flight crew, yacht crew, estate managers, household teams and external service providers • Ensuring all assets are maintained and operated to the highest international standards at all times • Lead and manage estate managers, household staff, pilots, yacht crew and support teams • Principal Support- Execute priorities swiftly, discreetly and with sound judgement; anticipate needs, mitigate risk and resolve issues before escalation • Manage complex international travel across properties, aircraft and yacht, often under time pressure • Oversee global vendors, contractors and specialist advisors • Handle day-to-day operational challenges with a proactive, solutions-driven approach • Partner with the family office on budgets, operational spend and reporting • Drive efficiency, consistency and excellence across all moving parts
Candidate Profile • Proven track record working with UHNW Principals or Family Offices (essential) • Prior experience as Chief of Staff, Estate Director, Senior EA or Asset Manager within a complex environment • Demonstrable experience managing: – Multiple properties – Private aviation and/or yacht operations • Hands-on operator with strong execution capability (not purely strategic) • Experience in the GCC advantageous but not essential • Well-connected internationally across staffing, suppliers and advisors
To apply for the position please send your CV mena@poppylaneplacements.com
