Admin Assistant (UAE National) – Sharjah

About the role

Wood is seeking a UAE National Admin Assistant to join its Sharjah office, supporting one of the world’s largest multinational engineering companies on high‑profile projects. The role is full‑time and based on‑site, providing essential administrative support to the UAE Business Unit.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day administrative assistance to project teams and senior staff.
• Manage correspondence, schedule meetings and maintain filing systems.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and process expense reports.
• Assist in preparing project documentation and reports.
• Serve as a point of contact for internal and external stakeholders.

Required profile

• UAE National with the right to work in the UAE.
• Proven experience in an administrative or secretarial role.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment.
• Fluent in English; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary with regular reviews.
• Medical, life and personal accident insurance.
• Employee Share Plan and long‑service awards.
• Opportunities for professional development and global networking.
• Inclusive and diverse work environment.