Finding Work

Read between the lines of an office administrator job description

Added to the archive on 15 November 2026.

Turn vague phrases in a job advert into specific interview questions.

When an advert says “fast-paced” or “flexible”, look at the duties around it. For office support, ask what a busy day looks like and who decides the order of tasks. If the advert mentions office hours and cover for reception, check what those expectations look like in practice.

Ask for an example from the team

Instead of asking only whether the work is busy, ask what happens when several requests around meeting times and incoming forms arrive at once. The answer can help you judge whether training and support suit you. It also helps you choose which of your own examples to discuss.