Administrative Assistant - Abu Dhabi (UAE National)

Turner & Townsend; Abu Dhabi; Hybrid; AED 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Turner & Townsend in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Administrative Assistant (UAE National) to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the team, managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and maintaining documentation.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in a corporate or professional services environment are preferred.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in administrative, office support, or coordinator role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)
• Experience managing calendars, meetings, correspondence, and documentation
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Experience in corporate, professional services, engineering, consulting, or government-related environments preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to management and project teams.
• Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate meeting logistics.
• Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other business documents.
• Organize and maintain filing systems, records, and confidential documentation.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and correspondence with timely responses.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodation bookings, and expense claims.
• Support meeting agendas, minutes, and action trackers.
• Monitor office supplies and procure administrative materials.
• Assist with onboarding activities and administrative support for new employees.
• Liaise with internal departments, clients, vendors, and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate databases, contact lists, and administrative records.

Skills

Office suite proficiency

Calendar management

Communication skills

Time management

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Outlook

Teams

Job description

Turner & Townsend in Abu Dhabi is seeking an Administrative Assistant (UAE National) to provide comprehensive administrative and operational support to the team, managing calendars, coordinating meetings, and maintaining documentation.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and experience in a corporate or professional services environment are preferred.