Administrative Assistant (FTC 6 months+)

American Bureau of ShippingAberdeen, ScotlandOn-siteFull-timeNew grad, 0–1 yearsListed 2 hours ago

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About this role

This is a Fixed Term Contract for 6 months with a potential to extend subject to business requirements.

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 field's 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.
- Must hold a legal right to work status in the UK.

Reporting Relationships:

Reports directly to a department Manager, Supervisor or above.