Administrative Assistant (UAE National)

In a world of possibilities, pursue one with endless opportunities. Imagine Next! At Parsons, you can imagine a career where you thrive, work with exceptional people, and be yourself. Guided by our leadership vision of valuing people, embracing agility, and fostering growth, we cultivate an innovative culture that empowers you to achieve your full potential. Unleash your talent and redefine what’s possible. Job Description Administrative Assistant (UAE National) Abu Dhabi, UAE Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Administrative Assistant to join our team! What You'll Be Doing • Gathers statistics and general data; reviews and combines this information into established reports for use within and outside the unit. May develop new reports or revise existing reports, as directed. Such reports may be in spreadsheet or graphical formats, or narrative style. • May be responsible for verifying data gathered, such as matching supplier invoices against file copies. Distributes reports as directed by immediate supervisor. • Originates correspondence and reports not requiring the personal attention of immediate supervisor. • Answers telephone, taking and relaying messages. Receives, sorts, and distributes mail. • May establish and maintain records of equipment, including a log of equipment service dates. May initiate requests for service. • May obtain basic data for completion of the unit's overhead budget and prepare associated recurring reports. May produce preliminary reconciliation as appropriate. • May coordinate physical space requirements for the assigned unit. Initiates requests for PCs and telephones, and updates Corporate Directory as appropriate. • May periodically prepare an occupancy report by project or gather information to complete staffing reports for the unit and/or several projects, as directed by immediate supervisor. • Performs other responsibilities associated with this position as may be appropriate. What Required Skills You'll Bring • High school diploma (or equivalent). • Experience with office software programs such as email, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and databases (i.e. MS Office suite of software) • Possess and demonstrate strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills • Possess and demonstrate the ability to self-start, set priorities, and work both independently and within a team environment under deadlines • Must be a UAE National Parsons equally employs representation at all job levels no matter the race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability or genetic information. We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY! Parsons is aware of fraudulent recruitment practices. To learn more about recruitment fraud and how to report it, please refer to https://www.parsons.com/fraudulent-recruitment/. Show more Show less

High school diploma (or equivalent). Experience with office software programs such as MS Office (email, word processing, spreadsheets, graphics, and databases). Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and written and verbal communication skills. Ability to self-start, set priorities, and work independently and within a team under deadlines. Must be a UAE National.

Gathers statistics and data; reviews and combines into reports for internal and external use. Verifies data such as matching supplier invoices. Originates correspondence and reports. Answers telephone and manages mail. Maintains records of equipment and initiates service requests. Assists with overhead budget data and preliminary reconciliations. Coordinates space requirements and initiates requests for PCs and telephones. Updates Corporate Directory. Prepares occupancy or staffing reports as directed. Performs other related duties as needed.