Administration Manager

About This Role

Job Summary

Travelodge by Ryder Los Angeles East is a hospitality brand that brings comfort and reliability to travelers. While our name suggests California, our operations are firmly rooted in the UAE, managing hotel properties and serviced apartments across Dubai. We are establishing our corporate services hub at the DIFC to streamline administration, finance, and compliance. We need an Administration Manager who can keep our back office running smoothly while we focus on our guests.

We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Administration Manager to oversee daily corporate administration, facility management, procurement, and team coordination. You will split your time between our DIFC office and remote work, ensuring that our administrative functions are seamless regardless of where you are sitting. This is not a passive role. You will be expected to identify inefficiencies, implement improvements, and keep our operations compliant with DIFC regulations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
• Arabic native speaker
• Strong command of English
• Experience in managing business operations and projects
• Experience in managing teams (3-5 people)
• Financial background (budgeting, invoicing, cost tracking)
• IT background (office networks, basic troubleshooting, software procurement)
• Experience working within DIFC or another free zone is strongly preferred
• Strong proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• Must have a valid UAE PASS for digital identity verification and onboarding

Job Duties (not limited to)

• Follow up on running projects and daily business operations with internal teams and external stakeholders
• Prepare periodic reports for top management on administrative KPIs, budget variances, and facility status
• Manage office leases, vendor contracts, cleaning services, and security access for the DIFC location
• Oversee procurement of office supplies, IT equipment, and staff amenities
• Coordinate visa processing, medical insurance renewals, and employee onboarding for corporate staff
• Ensure compliance with DIFC company regulations, data protection standards, and health and safety requirements
• Supervise an administrative team, delegating tasks and monitoring performance
• Troubleshoot basic IT issues and liaise with external IT support providers
• Implement process improvements to reduce administrative costs and turnaround times

Why Join Travelodge by Ryder Los Angeles East

• Hybrid flexibility (office at DIFC + remote work from home)
• Prime location in the heart of Dubai's financial and business hub
• Hospitality industry experience with a growing brand
• Competitive salary and benefits as per UAE labor law

How to Apply

Click "Apply" and submit your resume along with a brief note describing a time you improved an administrative process in a previous role.

Pay: AED22,000.00 - AED27,000.00 per month

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Dubai International Financial Center