Typical duties of office administrators

Working out what needs doing often kicks off the day. Tasks shift based on where someone works. One place might need filing handled fast; another could demand phone calls answered by midmorning. Still, common threads pop up across jobs. Paperwork gets organised before lunch sometimes. Emails arrive nonstop, needing replies right away almost always. Supplies run low without warning – someone must track them down. Schedules fill suddenly; adjusting comes next. Meetings get set up weeks ahead or tossed together last minute. People walk in looking for help – it’s part of the rhythm. Keeping things moving smoothly matters more than titles suggest.

• Managing office communication
• Answering phone calls and emails
• Organising documents and files
• Scheduling meetings and appointments
• Supporting managers and departments
• Preparing reports and records
• Handling customer or v...