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Executive Assistant

AT Mastercard
Mastercard

Executive Assistant

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Our Purpose

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Title and Summary

Executive Assistant

Overview of the Institute
• Mastercard Economics Institute's (MEI) mission is to drive macroeconomic thought leadership in support of Mastercard's efforts to build a more inclusive and sustainable digital economy

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• MEI was launched in 2020 to analyze macroeconomic trends through the lens of the consumer to deliver tailored and actionable insights on economic issues for key customers, partners and policymakers.
• In addition to global and regional macro-economic trends, the institute also produces thematic research on economic trends.
• MEI constitutes a team of economists and data scientists that utilize & synthesize data sets both from within Mastercard and beyond to bring powerful insights to life
• MEI delivers tailored 1:1 presentation, participates in key industry forums, and contributes to global thought leadership via thematic papers, organizing events and participating in media

about the role
Job Overview:
Performs general administrative duties to support day-to-day team operations in such areas as scheduling of meetings, travel arrangements, expense reporting, calendar management, taking and distributing meeting minutes, copying, screening mail, ordering supplies, and maintaining team records.
Description:
• Prepare correspondence; memorandum; reports; presentations or other assigned documentation
• Administer programs; projects or processes specific to the Services business unit within Mastercard; and maintain spreadsheets or databases to monitor both internal and external engagements & partnerships.
• Serve as administrative liaison with others within and outside the company.
• Performs general administrative duties to support day-to-day team operations and provide coordination across the team.
• Responsible for calendar management and scheduling meetings across time zones.
• Makes travel arrangements, both domestic and international, for senior staff including booking flights, cars and hotels. Processes visa applications when necessary.
• Manages expense reporting in-line with company Travel and Entertainment policy. Manage department purchases and Purchasing Card reconciliation, ensuring purchases are made in alignment with budget and in compliance with related finance policies.
• Plans and coordinates events, on or off site, with both internal and external participants. Coordinates with guest speakers, catering, venue booking and other event specific needs.
• Supports the onboarding of new team members.
• Creates and edits presentations, and other communications.
• Manages and communicates corporate applications and compliance programs, such as, Access Management, Vivo, Concur, Oracle and other internal applications.
• May monitor and coordinate work of other employees or temporaries.

Education:
• High School education. College degree a plus.
About you
• Experience supporting executives in fast-paced environments. With a proven track record in managing complex schedules, coordinating high-level meetings, and ensuring smooth operations
• Strong collaborator across teams within the MEI team and broader Mastercard
• Openness to new ideas, approaches, challenges and environments
• Highly organized and detail-oriented
• Strategic thinker
• Strong communication skills, combined with a proactive and solutions-oriented approach
• Maintaining a high degree of confidentiality and discretion.
• Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and adapt to changing priorities, making you a trusted partner in driving efficiency and success within the MEI Team

Corporate Security Responsibility

All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:

  • Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
  • Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
  • Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
  • Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Client-provided location(s): Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Job ID: Mastercard-22331_R-239505
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Health Reimbursement Account
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • On-site/Nearby Childcare
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
    • Some Meals Provided
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • 401(K)
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program