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Administrator: Job Description

Administrators are responsible for overseeing the operations of an organisation and ensuring that they run smoothly.

What does an Administrator do?

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Working as an Administrator involves a variety of tasks and responsibilities, such as providing administrative support to the organisation, maintaining records, scheduling meetings and appointments, and responding to customer queries. They may manage office supplies, organise files, prepare reports, answer phone calls and provide customer service. Administrators may also be responsible for managing data entry and processing, creating presentations, and providing support to other departments, as well as providing information and coordinating company events. Additionally, they may be responsible for maintaining financial records, preparing invoices, and processing payments.

Key Skills for Administrator

  • Time Management
  • Attention to detail
  • Communication
  • Organisation
  • Critical Thinking
  • Multi-tasking
  • Teamwork
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Problem Solving
  • IT Skills

Typical Employers of Administrator

Typical employers of Administrators include government departments, local authorities, banks, universities, hospitals, charities, and other organisations that require administrative support. Administrators can be employed in a variety of roles, such as office managers, personal assistants, receptionists, data entry clerks, and administrative assistants.

Career Progression

Career progression for Administrators typically involves taking on more responsibility and working in more senior roles. As an Administrator, you might start out as an entry-level position and work your way up to a higher level of management.

At entry level, you may be responsible for simple tasks such as filing, data entry, and answering phones. As you gain experience, you may be given more complex tasks such as creating reports, managing databases and leading projects.

You may have the opportunity to take on leadership roles such as supervising junior staff, managing budgets, and organising events.

With experience, you could progress to higher-level positions such as a Senior Administrator or Executive Administrator. These positions involve more decision-making responsibilities and a greater degree of autonomy. At this level, you may oversee an Administrator or Administrative Assistant

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