Executive Assistant

We're seeking an exceptional EA to play a crucial role in enhancing the efficiency and effectiveness of our CEO. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the heart of our organization, contributing to its growth and success.

About The Job

It’s an exciting time to be at Lean having recently announced our Series B funding round and passing the 100 employee mark. This growth has been fuelled by rapid commercial growth and international expansion. As such, our CEO needs full administrative support to ensure he is as effective as possible in the way he works.

You will have the opportunity to very much mold this role into your own from the outset, thus becoming an integral part of this fast-growing fintech startup and its success. No two days will be the same and the variety of requests and responsibilities make this role ideal for someone looking to hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment.

Who Are We

Lean enables companies to seamlessly connect to their users’ bank accounts to initiate real-time payments and retrieve their account information. Our products have garnered the trust of leading companies and enabled them to deliver powerful experiences when connected with a user’s bank account, allowing users to perform prudent financial planning, get better rates on loans, transfer money to friends, and more, without compromising on privacy or security.

Some of Lean’s clients include the likes of Binance, Etisalat Group, Careem, Sarwa, and many more, making it the region’s most valuable Open Banking platform. The company has now processed hundreds of millions of dollars, and its products are also connected with hundreds of thousands of accounts. Lean envisions a fully inclusive financial ecosystem that serves everyone, no matter where they bank or live in the MENAP region.

Responsibilities

• Master the CEO's calendar with meticulous attention to detail, including scheduling meetings and calls, dealing with diary conflicts, making reservations, dealing with event invites, and taking full ownership of the CEO’s diary and its smooth-running
• Own and optimize the CEO's to-do list, ensuring focus on priorities and removing distractions
• Manage internal and external communications on behalf of the CEO, drafting correspondence & triaging requests
• You will have a key role in obtaining context from internal stakeholders and be able to present that information concisely such as meeting notes, internal processes & announcements. You’ll have to be comfortable engaging with senior managers independently to do this and act as a trusted advisor to our CEO.
• Assist with meeting preparation, including creating agendas, taking notes, and following up on action items
• Travel management - booking accommodation, flights, transfers, and any other travel requirements for any trips the CEO has (business or personal)
• Implement and suggest new systems or technologies to increase efficiency and productivity
• Creating and maintaining databases and spreadsheets to track and organize data (e.g. contacts, spending, etc)
• Ad hoc personal tasks - including but not limited to the CEO’s household staff, family, events, planning and management of multiple properties across numerous countries
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of experience as an Executive Assistant, preferably in a fast-paced environment
• Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Tech savvy, proficiency in G-Suite & Mac OS
• Ability to handle confidential information with the utmost discretion
• Outstanding problem-solving skills, including critical thinking, decision-making, and creativity
• Ability to work well under pressure, multitask with ease, and manage your time effectively
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to interact professionally with executives and stakeholders at all levels
  
  

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in a fintech is a bonus
• Experience with AI and automation tools is a plus
  
  

NB. While we think the above experience could be important, we’re keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply!!

Why Join us?

Lean is the first regulated open banking and open finance company operating across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. Since 2019 we've been on a mission to become the pre-eminent A2A payments company in the Middle East - enabling our clients to seamlessly connect to their users’ bank accounts to initiate real-time payments and retrieve account information. Our products have garnered the trust of some of the leading companies in the region, including the likes of Etisalat Group, Careem, Binance, Tabby, Tamara, Tawuniya, and more.

To date, Lean has processed billions of dollars, and our products have connected with hundreds of thousands of accounts across the region. We've recently announced our $67.5 million Series B funding round led by General Catalyst, following earlier investment from Sequoia Capital. This funding marks a major milestone for Lean and the financial ecosystem across the MENA region. At Lean, we’re committed to driving the next generation of financial innovation by making financial data and payments more accessible and transparent for businesses and consumers alike.

To that end, we're always on the lookout for talented, driven, and entrepreneurial candidates to join us in our mission of enabling the next generation of financial innovation. If you're motivated by solving hard problems and leaving a lasting legacy while you're at it, Lean's where you need to be.

Not only do we offer competitive salaries, private healthcare, and flexible office hours, but we also insist that every member of the team hold a meaningful equity stake in the business to ensure long-term alignment. We'd love you to join us for this journey!

Lean is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.

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