Location: Dallas,TX, USA
Joining Arup
At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective - in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.
You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning - to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.
The opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Office Administrator to join our team in Dallas. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in both project and office administration, with experience in collaborating with external partners. This role will also involve providing support to projects across our wider Texas region.
The skills
As the cornerstone of our office, you will:
* Ensure the smooth operation of the office by coordinating all facilities tasks to maintain an organized and efficient work environment
* Function as a key contact for both internal and external customers, displaying strong communication skills and the capability to handle confidential information in a discreet manner.
* Enjoy providing high level of client and customer service with a focus on the overall team
* Follow our defined document control, data, information management systems, and procedures to assist with handling our projects
* Prepare, edit, proofread, and submit reports, specifications, correspondence, spreadsheets, and presentations with utmost attention to detail, ensuring the highest quality and formatting adhering to our branding guidelines
* Easily adapt to changing digital platforms, processes, and concepts
* Assist with management of daily Client Relationship Management (CRM) system activities: create project opportunities, support pipeline management, and maintain contact database
* Assist in the preparation and submission of proposals, bids, and presentations
* Conduct research to support business development efforts
* Manage ever-changing calendars for assigned leaders
* Coordinate the planning and execution of meetings and office events with meticulous attention to detail, ensuring smooth operations.
* Apply Concur SAP, to handle tasks such as preparing, reconciling, and processing invoices and expense reports, as well as arranging business travel
* Assist with professional license applications and renewals
* Perform other duties as required
Qualifications
* Dallas resident residing within proximity of our office location
* Minimum three years of applicable experience in a similar role, ideally in professional services
* Relevant experience or a degree in business or a related field is preferred
* Proficiency in MS Office Suite and other standard applications/software programs and databases
* Ability to adapt quickly and jump into projects with excitement
* Strong organizational skills and effective time management abilities
* Proactive, self-motivated individual with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Capacity to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment
* Excellent interpersonal skills, adept at building and maintaining relationships
The Benefits - What we offer you
At Arup, we care about each member's success, so we can grow together.
Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive - through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.
We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup's legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.
Benefits that Work - At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm's financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future
Flexible Working - We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available
Hiring Range - The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Dallas is 60,000-70,000 per year. This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Dallas will differ.
Life at Arup - Different People, Shared Values
Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas - this drives our excellence.
Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.
Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture - from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender, LGBTQ+ and disability - we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference - Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup .
Our application process
We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.
Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of protected veteran, or disability.
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