Administrative Assistant UAE National

American Bureau of Shipping (ABS); Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Job summary

The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) is seeking an Administrative Assistant in Dubai to support office operations and smooth communication across teams. You will handle clerical tasks, manage records, and assist managers with confidential materials in a fast-paced maritime environment.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and up to two years of related experience, with strong MS Office skills and attention to detail.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 0–2 years of related experience.
• Proficient in MS Office; strong clerical and record-keeping abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with accounts receivable tracking, billing, and record keeping.
• Ensure proper billing processes and maintain accurate department records.
• Perform clerical duties including word processing, mail distribution, filing, and faxing.
• Assist in planning events and seminars.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Job Description:

Administrative assistant duties and responsibilities include providing administrative support to ensure the efficient operation of the office. Supports managers and employees through a variety of tasks related to organization and communication. Administrative assistants are responsible for confidential and time-sensitive material. Familiar with a variety of the fields concepts, practices, and procedures.

What You Will Do:

• Utilizes various systems for tasks such as accounts receivable tracking, billing, and record keeping.
• Ensures proper billing processes are followed, and accurate records are kept of department activities.
• Performs clerical duties such as word processing, mail distribution, filing, record keeping, and faxing.
• May assist in the planning of events and seminars.

What You Will Need:

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or equivalent
• 0‒2 years of previous related experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to develop a working knowledge of ABS Rules, Guides, statutory regulations, and related instructions, as well as the ABS Employee Safety Policy.
• Strong MS Office experience, such as word processing and spreadsheet creation
• Proficient clerical skills such as file maintenance, record keeping, and office equipment use.
• Excellent arithmetic abilities.
• Good interpersonal, professional, and communications skills for use in person, in writing, and in telephone conversations.
• Ability to become familiar with the ABS Health, Safety, Quality, and Environmental Management System.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports directly to a department Manager, Supervisor or above.

We set out more than 160 years ago to promote the security of life and property at sea and preserve the natural environment. Today, we remain true to our mission and continue to support organizations facing a rapidly evolving seascape of challenging regulations and new technologies. Through it all, we are anchored by a vision and mission that help our clients find clarity in uncertain times.

ABS is a global leader in marine and offshore classification and other innovative safety, quality, and environmental services. We’re at the forefront of supporting the global energy transition at sea, the application of remote and autonomous marine systems, cutting-edge technical solutions, and many more exciting advancements. Our commitment to safety, reliability, and efficiency is ever-present, guiding our clients to safer and more efficient operations.

Equal Opportunity

ABS Bureau is committed to the equal employment opportunity of its employees and prohibits discrimination against any employee or qualified applicant based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status or veteran status, or other non-work-related characteristics that may be protected under the law of the Federal Government or specific state employment laws.

Notice

ABS and Affiliated Companies (ABS) will not pay a fee to any third-party agency without a valid ABS Master Service Agreement (MSA) authorized and signed by Human Resources. Any resume, CV, application, or other forms of candidate submission provided to any employee of ABS without a valid MSA on file will be considered property of ABS, and no fee will be paid.

Other

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with the job of the incumbent. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the principal job elements essential for making a fair decision regarding the pay structure of the job.