Administrative Assistant

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation; Belfast City District; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Up to 9% bonus

Contributory pension scheme - Caterp“

Job summary

Caterpillar Financial Services Corporation in Belfast is seeking an experienced Administrative Assistant to support the Facility Manager in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You will manage calendars, coordinate communications, arrange travel, and prepare reports while handling confidential information with professionalism and attention to detail.

The role requires strong Microsoft Office skills, excellent communication, and ability to work across UK and overseas travel.

Qualifications

• Office administration knowledge and ability to carry out ongoing tasks efficiently.
• Strong Microsoft Office proficiency with Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Good communicator with attention to accuracy and organization.

Responsibilities

• Extensive diary management, scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars.
• Coordinate communications by receiving and passing along emails and notices.
• Assist with correspondence via email and phone, and manage expenses.
• Offer confidential, flexible administrative support.
• Organise UK and overseas travel arrangements and prepare reports.

Skills

Diary management

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Commercial/business degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Career Area

Business Services

Compensation Grade

19

Job Description

Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.

When you join Caterpillar, you’re joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do – but also about each other. We are the makers, problem solvers, and future world builders who are creating stronger, more sustainable communities. We don’t just talk about progress and innovation here – we make it happen, with our customers, where we work and live. Together, we are building a better world, so we can all enjoy living in it.

Job Title

Administrative Assistant

Salary starting from £29,081 (dependent upon experience)

Location

Springvale Facility, Belfast

Benefits

• 25 days annual leave
• Up to 9% bonus
• Contributory pension scheme - Caterpillar will contribute up to 6%
• Contributory share scheme - Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee's contribution.
• Optional flexible benefits including access to health and dental care plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and highly organised Administrative Assistant to support the Facility Manager within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a key role responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of administrative activities, providing confidential support, and helping to keep the facility running efficiently.

You will manage complex schedules, coordinate communications, organise travel and site visits, maintain records and reports, and support a wide range of business activities. You will interact with internal stakeholders, customers, consultants, and visitors, requiring excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail.

This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact by supporting site leadership, coordinating critical administrative processes, and contributing to the success of a dynamic manufacturing facility. The position would suit a proactive individual who thrives in a busy environment, can effectively manage multiple priorities, and enjoys being a trusted and valued member of the team.

What You Will Do

• Extensive diary management, scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars.
• Coordinate communications by receiving and passing along e-mails, notices, etc.
• Assist with providing an efficient correspondence via email and phone.
• Manage expenses and processing.
• Offering a highly confidential, flexible administrative support function.
• Operate a PC and standard software programs.
• Assist with organising all UK and overseas travel arrangements.
• Maintain staff attendance records for holidays, sick days, personal time, etc.
• Prepare presentation materials as needed.
• Maintain records and prepare reports such as organization charts, phone lists, records retention, budget information, etc.
• Arrange customer/dealer/consultant visits including lodging, meals, scheduling, meetings, etc.
• Provide routine maintenance for equipment such as fax, copier, printer, etc. by adding toner, changing settings or calling for support, etc.
• Provide other routine administrative duties as required.

What You Will Have

Office Administration: Knowledge of office administration activities; ability to carry out ongoing office administration tasks effectively and efficiently in support of local and remote teams.

Level Working Knowledge:

Microsoft Office

Knowledge of Microsoft Office; ability to use the features and functions in Microsoft Office products.

Level Working Knowledge:

• Highly proficient in Microsoft office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong ability to prepare presentation materials with excellent visual skills and presentations PowerPoint

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with high levels of precision.

Level Working Knowledge:

Effective Communications

Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviors.

Level Working Knowledge:

Flexibility and Adaptability

Knowledge of successful approaches and techniques for dealing with change; ability to adapt to a changing environment and be comfortable with change.

Level Working Knowledge:

Managing Multiple Priorities

Knowledge of effective self-management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritizing and time allocation.

Level Working Knowledge:

Problem Solving

Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving organizational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.

Level Basic Understanding:

Top candidates will demonstrate the following

• Competent Chinese speaker
• Experience in a global corporation
• Commercial/business focused degree

Additional Information

• This position requires the candidate to work a 4-day-a-week schedule in the office (Monday-Thursday, 37.5 hours)

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For nearly 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Posting Dates

September 2, 2026 - September 13, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI

The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined.

Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.