Senior Administrative Assistant & Team Support Specialist

McDermott International, Ltd; Dubai; On-site; AED 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

McDermott International, Ltd in Dubai is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the team. The role requires handling sensitive information with discretion, coordinating meetings, travel, and ongoing projects while maintaining organized records and schedules.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate administration, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant administrative experience.
• Experience in a corporate environment preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Type and proofread documents, correspondence, and forms.
• Carry out tasks requiring knowledge of office protocol and procedures.
• Coordinate and set up meetings, arrange travel, and work on special projects.
• Maintain the schedule of one or more individuals.
• Set up and maintain filing systems (manual and electronic).
• Maintain office supplies and materials for departments or projects.
• Answer calls, relay messages, and route issues to the appropriate person.
• Process general administrative work such as timesheets and vacation requests.
• Photocopy, fax, and scan documents as required.
• Ensure mail and package distribution is efficient.
• Assist employees and managers with administrative requests.
• Perform additional assignments under supervision.
• Organize meetings and appointments.
• Carry out filing, typing, copying, binding, and scanning tasks.
• Produce and distribute memos, letters, and forms.
• Review/answer emails as needed.
• Maintain up-to-date holiday records and contact lists.
• Order office supplies.
• Handle special projects as assigned.

Skills

5+ years of experience

Corporate administration

Attention to detail

Organization & multitasking

Professional communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

PowerPoint

Excel

Word

Outlook

Job description

McDermott International, Ltd in Dubai is seeking a Senior Administrative Assistant to provide high-level administrative support to the team. The role requires handling sensitive information with discretion, coordinating meetings, travel, and ongoing projects while maintaining organized records and schedules.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate administration, excellent communication skills, and proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite.