Administration and Office Support Jobs
About the Administration and Office Support Industry in New Zealand
Many people make a career in administrative roles with the breadth of demands and skills required of these people increasingly being acknowledged by the public and employers.
There is plenty of flexibility in this industry, as all sectors in New Zealand require some level of administrative support. Candidates can work in a variety of businesses and grow their skills and knowledge of different industries while they do so. Part-time and after hours work is always available for people with skills in administration and office support.
Getting a Job in Administration
The chances of securing a job in administration are average for people with no experience, and good for people with experience. Experience in this industry can include customer service experience, accounting, and IT work, as well as previous reception and administration roles.
It is necessary to have skills in software like Microsoft Office and Excel, an understanding of website management and database systems, health and safety laws, keyboard and computer skills, and to be able to take minutes and write reports.
The office environment is rapidly changing and there are hundreds of different titles for those who work in administration based roles.
Some companies require multiple people to fill these roles.
Top Jobs in Administration
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Executive Assistants
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Personal Assistants
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Administration Managers
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Co-ordinators
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Receptionists
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Call Centre Operators
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Accounts Staff
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School Secretaries
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Industry Trainers
To excel in administration you’ll need to be organised and a good communicator. Working to deadlines is crucial in this sector - you’ll often be under time constraints and have people depending on you to have tasks completed in a timely manner. Accuracy and attention to detail are also qualities employers look for in a good administration candidate. Successful administrators are good at making sure they don’t miss anything.
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Featured Jobs
3PL Administrator
City:
Auckland
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
9/10/2025
About the Role:
You will be responsible for processing 3PL orders efficiently, coordinating transport and deliveries, handling customer enquiries, and supporting warehouse administration. These are full-time roles offering consistent hours and opport...
Administrator
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
9/10/2025
Our client is a construction company in Christchurch, seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Administrator to join their fun and friendly team. This is a potentially ongoing position with flexible hours, roughly 30 hours per week but open to negotia...
Accounts & Administration Officer
City:
Wellington
Job Type:
Full Time
Date:
9/10/2025
About Us
The Funeral Trust is a pre-paid funeral plan managed by the Funeral Directors Association of New Zealand. With around 7,000 customers and more than $50 million funds under management, we’re dedicated to helping families plan with confidence ...
Administrator
City:
Christchurch
Job Type:
Permanent / Full Time
Date:
9/10/2025
Our client is seeking an administrator to join their team in a full-time capacity in the Hornby Suburb of CHCH.
They're looking for someone enthusiastic and friendly to join their team in a support role,entry level admin skills is fine as training is...
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