Office assistant vacancy in Sharjah UAE

Office Assistant for English-speaking Malayalees in Sharjah, UAE


Our company is currently seeking a highly organized and reliable Office Assistant to join our team in Sharjah, UAE. This position is specifically for English-speaking Malayalees, as fluency in both languages is crucial for the role.

As an Office Assistant, you will be responsible for providing administrative support to our office staff and ensuring the smooth operation of daily tasks. The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar role and possess excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities:
- Greet visitors and direct them to the appropriate person or department
- Answer phone calls and respond to emails in a timely manner
- Maintain and organize office files, documents, and records
- Schedule appointments and manage calendars for office staff
- Coordinate travel arrangements for employees as needed
- Assist with preparing reports, presentations, and other documents
- Monitor office supplies inventory and place orders when necessary
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail and packages
- Perform general clerical duties such as photocopying, faxing, and filing

Requirements:
- Fluent in both English and Malayalam (spoken and written)
- Proven experience as an office assistant or similar administrative role
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written)
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask efficiently
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Attention to detail with a high level of accuracy
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Must be able to work full-time hours with occasional overtime if needed

Preferred:
- Previous experience working in an office environment in UAE
- Familiarity with local culture, customs, and business practices

We are offering a competitive salary package along with accommodation for our selected candidate. If you meet the requirements listed above and are looking for a challenging yet rewarding opportunity, we encourage you to apply for this position. We value diversity and equal opportunity, and we welcome all qualified candidates to join our team.