Localization Academy

Administrative Assistant

Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: Nozha

Reports To: [Manager/Supervisor Title]

Key Responsibilities1. General Administrative Support

  • Serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, handling inquiries via phone, email, and in person with professionalism.
  • Manage calendars, meetings, and appointments for executives and team members.
  • Maintain accurate records of client projects, translations, and assignments.
  • Organize and manage digital and physical filing systems for secure storage and easy retrieval.
  • Perform data entry and update client/project details in CRM tools or databases.
  • Assist departments (marketing, accounting, etc.) with administrative tasks as needed.
  • Coordinate travel arrangements, logistics, and event support.
  • Handle mail, courier services, and document scanning/copying.

2. Desktop Publishing & Document Accessibility

  • Prepare, format, and optimize documents (PDFs, Word, PowerPoint, Excel) to meet accessibility standards (WCAG, PDF/UA, Section 508).
  • Use Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office Suite to:
  • Create, review, and remediate documents for assistive technologies.
  • Ensure proper structure, tagging, metadata, and reading order.
  • Collaborate with designers and content creators to align documents with brand and accessibility guidelines.
  • Support multilingual/localization projects using CAT tools (e.g., Trados) as needed.
  • Proofread and audit documents for accuracy, consistency, and compliance.

3. Office & Resource Management

  • Monitor and replenish office supplies, equipment, and software licenses.
  • Coordinate with vendors for equipment maintenance/repairs.

4. Market Monitoring & Competitor Analysis

  • Research trends in language services, DTP tools, and accessibility standards.
  • Track demand for language pairs and industry sectors (legal, medical, technical).

5. Finance & Reporting

  • Generate invoices, track payments, and manage project expenses.
  • Prepare weekly reports on project progress, revenue, and team performance.

6. Compliance & Confidentiality

  • Handle sensitive information with discretion, adhering to company policies and Egypt Labor Law.
  • Ensure compliance with data protection and regulatory requirements.

Required QualificationsEducation & Experience

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Graphic Design, Languages, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 1–3 years of experience in administrative support and/or DTP roles (experience in translation/localization is a plus).

Technical Skills

  • Advanced proficiency: Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, Photoshop, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
  • Experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, Zoho) and collaboration tools (Google Workspace, Slack, Trello).
  • Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG, PDF/UA) and document remediation.
  • Familiarity with CAT tools (e.g., Trados) is an advantage.

Soft Skills

  • Fluent English (written and verbal); additional languages are a plus.
  • Exceptional organization, time management, and multitasking.
  • Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
  • Professionalism, discretion, and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong team collaboration and customer service orientation.

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