Graduate Trainee – Associate Administrator (UAE National)

SD (Middle East) LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 111,600 - 167,400; Full time

Job summary

SD (Middle East) LLC in Dubai is seeking UAE National students for the Graduate Trainee – Associate Administrator position. This role offers practical exposure to office administration, coordination, and project support activities within airport logistics.

Qualified candidates will assist with daily business activities, manage documentation, and work closely with various stakeholders. The position is ideal for students pursuing degrees in Business Administration or related fields, looking to gain valuable industry experience.

Qualifications

• UAE National with Family Book required.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration or Management.
• Interest in office administration and business operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Administration and Operations teams.
• Assist with preparing and maintaining business documentation.
• Coordinate meeting schedules and take minutes.
• Manage tracking of departmental tasks and deliverables.

Skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Teamwork skills

Education

Degree in Business Administration or related field

Job description

Together we make a difference

We are a leading provider of innovative, high-performance solutions for airport logistics. Our portfolio includes products and services for baggage and cargo handling, advanced software for the digitalization of logistics processes, and a comprehensive range of maintenance and support services. Our major clients include renowned airports and airlines around the world.

We are looking for motivated UAE National students pursuing degrees in Business Administration, Business Management, or related fields who are interested in gaining practical exposure within administration, business operations, and project support activities in a dynamic corporate environment.

Role Overview

The Graduate Trainee – Associate Administrator will support the administration and operations teams in day-to-day business and office-related activities while gaining practical exposure to office administration, coordination, documentation, reporting, and stakeholder engagement within airport logistics projects.

This opportunity is ideal for students looking to gain industry experience and practical business exposure alongside experienced professionals.

What are my responsibilities?

• Support the Administration and Operations teams in daily office and business activities.
• Assist with preparing, organizing, and maintaining business documentation, records, and correspondence.
• Support meeting coordination, including scheduling, agenda preparation, and minute-taking.
• Assist with tracking departmental tasks, deliverables, and follow-up actions.
• Coordinate with internal teams, suppliers, and external stakeholders when required.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and routine administrative documentation.
• Assist with data entry, filing, and maintaining accurate departmental records.
• Observe and support compliance with company policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Follow company safety, quality, and operational procedures at all times.

What do you need to qualify for the role?

• UAE National (Family Book required).
• Currently pursuing a degree in Business Administration, Business Management, or a related field.
• Interest in office administration, business operations, and corporate environments.
• Basic proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Eagerness to learn and develop within a practical business environment.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.