Administration and Office Support Jobs
About the Administration and Office Support Industry in New Zealand
Many people make a career in administrative roles with the breadth of demands and skills required of these people increasingly being acknowledged by the public and employers.
There is plenty of flexibility in this industry, as all sectors in New Zealand require some level of administrative support. Candidates can work in a variety of businesses and grow their skills and knowledge of different industries while they do so. Part-time and after hours work is always available for people with skills in administration and office support.
Getting a Job in Administration
The chances of securing a job in administration are average for people with no experience, and good for people with experience. Experience in this industry can include customer service experience, accounting, and IT work, as well as previous reception and administration roles.
It is necessary to have skills in software like Microsoft Office and Excel, an understanding of website management and database systems, health and safety laws, keyboard and computer skills, and to be able to take minutes and write reports.
The office environment is rapidly changing and there are hundreds of different titles for those who work in administration based roles.
Some companies require multiple people to fill these roles.
Top Jobs in Administration
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Executive Assistants
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Personal Assistants
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Administration Managers
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Co-ordinators
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Receptionists
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Call Centre Operators
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Accounts Staff
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School Secretaries
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Industry Trainers
To excel in administration you’ll need to be organised and a good communicator. Working to deadlines is crucial in this sector - you’ll often be under time constraints and have people depending on you to have tasks completed in a timely manner. Accuracy and attention to detail are also qualities employers look for in a good administration candidate. Successful administrators are good at making sure they don’t miss anything.
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Featured Jobs
Legal Secretary
City:
Nelson
Job Type:
Temporary
Date:
18/10/2024
Are you an experienced Legal Secretary or Legal Executive looking for an exciting new opportunity? We are seeking Expressions of Interest from skilled candidates to support our diverse client base in Nelson/Tasman. Our clients are looking for dedicat…..
Long Term Recruitment/Resource Administrator
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Temp
Date:
1/11/2024
Alpha Recruitment is New Zealand owned and operated and has been established for more than 35 years. We have many recruitment brands under the Alpha umbrella but despite our growth, Alpha still maintains a family business feel and the team is tight k…..
Litigation Senior Associate
City:
Hamilton
Job Type:
Full-time
Date:
October 21, 2024
Litigation Senior Associate Fluid Legal location Waikato.;About the firm i am delighted to be working for a leading law firm based in the Waikato legal market. This firm prides themselves on a collaborative approach, as the team finds it very benefic…..
Marketing Coordinator
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Permanent
Date:
2 October 2024
About the company;With 12 stores in NZ and a strong online presence, 3 Wise Men is an iconic brand within men’s clothing in NZ. Featuring a selection of well-priced and fashionable products - ranging from shirts, suits, footwear, knitwear, trousers/s…..
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