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
Chief Risk Officer
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Full-time
Date:
October 30, 2024
Chief Risk Officer Inside Recruitment location Auckland.;Newly created executive role. Flexible on location (Auckland, Tauranga or Christchurch). Ensure long-term interests are safeguarded through best practice. “Trusted to help New Zealanders protec…..
Conduct and Assurance Manager
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Full-time
Date:
October 16, 2024
Conduct and Assurance Manager Kiwibank location Auckland.;Safeguard our commitment to ethical lending practices. Bring your tenacity and investigative skills. Based in Auckland or Wellington – hybrid work environment. One of the most comprehensive pa…..
Conduct and Assurance Manager
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Full-time
Date:
October 12, 2024
Conduct and Assurance Manager Kiwibank location Auckland.;Safeguard our commitment to ethical lending practices. Bring your tenacity and investigative skills. Based in Auckland or Wellington – hybrid work environment. One of the most comprehensive pa…..
Corporate Office and Events Assistant
City:
Sydney
Job Type:
Full-time
Date:
October 22, 2024
Corporate Office and Events Assistant Mars Recruitment location Sydney. $80,000 – $90,000 per year.;We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with the client in the search for a permanent Office Assistant to join a thriving business located in Sy…..
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