Senior Administrative Officer

Bachelor of Business Administration (Management)

Nationality: Any Nationality

Vacancy: 1 Vacancy

Job Description

The Senior Administrative Officer will oversee and coordinate a wide range of administrative functions to ensure efficient day-to-day operations within a UAE-based organization. This role involves managing office systems, supervising junior administrative staff, liaising with internal departments, and ensuring compliance with UAE labor and administrative regulations. The officer will play a key role in maintaining organizational effectiveness, improving workflows, and supporting executive-level decision-making across departments.

Responsibilities:

1. Managing and improving administrative systems, processes, and policies to enhance operational efficiency and internal coordination.
2. Supervising junior administrative staff, assigning tasks, and ensuring consistent performance in line with company expectations.
3. Handling correspondence, documentation, and reports, ensuring accuracy and timely distribution to relevant stakeholders.
4. Coordinating with HR, finance, and operations departments to support smooth organizational functions.
5. Overseeing procurement of office supplies and services, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing.
6. Assisting in planning and organizing internal meetings, events, and business travel arrangements in compliance with UAE protocols.
7. Ensuring accurate record-keeping, data confidentiality, and compliance with UAE administrative and labor laws.
8. Preparing and maintaining reports, dashboards, and logs for senior management review and regulatory submissions when required.

Requirements:

1. Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
2. Minimum of 5 years of experience in administrative roles, with at least 2 years in a senior or supervisory capacity within the UAE.
3. Strong understanding of UAE labor laws, government procedures, and document control requirements.
4. Excellent organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to handle high-pressure environments.
5. Proficiency in MS Office applications and office management systems; ERP experience is a plus.
6. Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with staff and external vendors.
7. High attention to detail and the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
8. Fluency in English is required; Arabic is an advantage for dealing with local authorities and suppliers.

Job Details

Role Function: N/A

Work Type: Full-Time

Role Level: Mid-Level

Country: United Arab Emirates

City: Dubai

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Category: Administrative & Clerical

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