Position: Office Administrator

Location: Blackrock, Co. Dublin

Contract: Full-Time, Permanent

Hours of Work: 9:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday (Part-Time 4 days per week optional)

The Company

Our client is a Dublin based architectural practice that combines many diverse talents, with a belief that – great architecture creates a sense of time and place that enriches our lives. Throughout thirty-five years of practice they have established a strong design ethos with particular emphasis on creativity, collaboration and context. Their work includes - the design of new contemporary buildings; the adaptive reuse of existing buildings and the creative conservation of many important historic buildings and places. They have earned a strong and trusted reputation from our clients, peers, consultants and others with whom we collaborate, and the quality of our work has been recognised through many national and international awards.

What is the opportunity

We are looking for an experienced Office Administrator for our busy and expanding architectural practice, currently 18 in number. The successful candidate will provide a range of support activities across the practice.

In this role, you will

Providing administrative support to architects
Act as PA to Directors
Assist with IT queries and liaising with IT support service
Engagement with Rapport project management system
Monitoring of e-tender website
Support in managing public and private tenders
Organising office events and meetings
Management / supervision of office diaries
General office administration & receptionist duties
Further expansion of role anticipated as the practice grows.

Who you are

5+ years’ previous administrative experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong IT knowledge
Demonstrable time management experience, ability to handle multiple tasks to a high standard and meet deadlines
Eligible to work in Ireland

What will make you stand out

Previous experience of working with construction professionals a benefit but not essential.
Strong analytical and interpersonal skills

The behaviours to embrace to help you succeed

Being bold and resilient
Being a team player who values building relationships
Ability to work on your own initiative

Applicants must have a valid right to work in Ireland.

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