WANT to follow in the footsteps of Khloe Kardashian, JK Rowling or Cosmopolitan Editor-in-Chief Helen Gurley Brown?
Each of them started their career as an assistant before hitting the big time.
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While working as an ‘assistant’ may sound like a sideshow, it’s often the best way to learn about a business.
You’ll have the chance to get involved in plenty of projects, see how the company functions right from the ‘shop floor’, plus you’ll meet people from across the organisation – all of which puts you in the top position to climb the career ladder.
So, if you’re ready to take your first steps, here are the Sun Job top tips to assist in finding your assistant role.
Assist yourself
So the job title may make you sound like you’re second fiddle, but work like you’re bossing it already.
Be proactive, go the extra mile, take on new tasks and ensure you’re indispensable and both colleagues and bosses will see you as so much more.
Show you can cope with a promotion and make yourself central to the role.
It’s not where you start, but where you end up that matters
Not your dream job? No problem! Be smart and choose a job where you can learn plenty of transferrable skills
Network
Assistant roles will see you come into contact with people from right across the business and often, other firms in the sector too.
This is a golden opportunity to grow your network.
Go for the ‘gateway’ to your target company
If you’re keen to work for a certain prestigious firm, taking an entry-level assistant job with them is a great way to get your foot in the door.
Where you go after that is up to you.
Watch, learn and upskill
Once you’re in your role, observe how your manager – and the one above that – work.
Assess the skills and qualifications you need to move on up and improve what you have to offer via internal and external training.
You’ll also be the first to hear about internal vacancies to move up.
So now you know how to land a job, let’s assist you in applying for some. Here are the Sun Jobs’ top picks for this week.
Office Assistant, The Global Search Company, London
Got a lot to offer? This Office Assistant job could be your next move.
The Job: The Global Search Company is looking for a highly organised and personable Office Assistant to join its London office.
What You’ll Do: You’ll oversee the guest experience and ensure a personal and friendly greeting for visitors.
You’ll oversee office interactions, ensure peak organisational operations and coordinate internal and external resources.
You’ll Need: A minimum of two years office management experience, strong time management and people skills, advanced computer skills including Microsoft Office and experience with online platforms.
Along with the flexibility and outlook to deal with whatever may come their way.
Apply Now: See further details of this Office Assistant role, along with other opportunities at The Global Search Company, here.
Administrative Assistant: Clinical Trial Assistant, University College London
Assist in changing the world for the better with this top Uni job.
The Job: University College London is recruiting an Administrative Assistant to join the Centre for Clinical Microbiology’s clinical trials team.
What You’ll Do: You’ll join the research team and, along with another administrator, provide comprehensive support to staff, students and visitors across a range of functions.
You’ll Need: You should be educated to A-Level standard or have equivalent relevant experience, and must have experience working in higher education or an NHS environment.
Excellent organisation, record-keeping, effective communication and interpersonal skills are required.
Apply Now: For more on this Administrative Assistant role, and more vacancies shared by University College London, click here.
Executive Assistant, DHL Global Forwarding, Chertsey
Great on delivering top service? This DHL role is for you.
The Job: DHL Global Forwarding is hiring an Executive Assistant to support both the VP and CEO of Industrial Projects, working from home, from the head office in Chertsey or a hybrid mix.
What You’ll Do: As Executive Assistant to the CEO and VP, you’ll be responsible for organising travel; verifying and managing expense reports; scheduling meetings, booking meeting rooms and general diary management.
You’ll Need: Previous experience as an executive assistant or personal assistant, reporting to a CEO or member of senior management; technical proficiency with Microsoft Office; and the ability to start at short notice.
Apply Now: Fill out your application for this Executive Assistant role here, and check out further vacancies with DHL Global Forwarding.
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