Office Assistant

Office Assistant – Abu Dhabi 

Who we are:

Pharo Management is a leading global macro hedge fund with a focus on emerging markets. Founded in 2000, the firm has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong and Abu Dhabi, and currently manages $7 billion in assets across five funds. Pharo trades foreign exchange, sovereign and corporate credit, local market interest rates, commodities, and their derivatives. We trade in over 70 countries across Asia, Central and Eastern Europe, the Middle East and Africa, Latin America as well as developed markets. Our investment approach combines macroeconomic fundamental research and quantitative analysis.

Pharo employs a diverse, dynamic team of 135 professionals representing over 20 nationalities and 30 languages. We have a strong corporate culture anchored in core values such as collaborative spirit, creativity, and respect. We are passionate about what we do and are committed to attracting the best and brightest talent.

This is a great opportunity to join a market leader and contribute to our continued success.

Job description:

We are looking for an Office Assistant to join our Abu Dhabi office.  The role will report to the Chief Administrative Officer.

Responsibilities:

• Greet and host guests, set up and maintain meeting room.
• Answer the main office phone line, manage couriers, and handle incoming and outgoing post.
• Order and restock office supplies, stationery, and kitchen essentials.
• Coordinate lunches and handle all deliveries.
• Liaise with and manage local vendors and service providers.
• Assist with travel arrangements for overseas visitors to the Abu Dhabi office.
• Support calendar management, meeting scheduling, and day-to-day logistics.
• Help maintain the office environment and arrange minor repairs as required.
• Run errands and perform ad hoc administrative tasks on behalf of the Abu Dhabi office.
• Over time, there is scope for the role to expand and include additional administrative projects.

Skills & Experience:

• Prior experience in office administration, facilities support, or hospitality industry preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) preferred.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and solutions focused.
• Comfortable with multitasking and shifting priorities.
• Positive attitude and eagerness to develop new skills.

Work status and location

• Full time in Abu Dhabi.