Job Title: Administrative Assistant

Location: United Arab Emirates
Company: Abbott Rapid Diagnostics – Infectious Diseases
Job Type: Full-Time

About Abbott

Abbott is a global leader in healthcare, pioneering breakthrough science and innovations that improve people’s health at every stage of life. With operations in over 160 countries, we are committed to transforming the future of medical science and diagnostics.

Why Join Us

• Career development with an internationally recognized healthcare leader.

• Named among Fortune’s most admired companies globally.

• Recognized as a best workplace for diversity, women, and scientists.

• Be part of a team that tackles major healthcare challenges with real-world impact.

Position Summary

We are looking for a highly organized and proactive Administrative Assistant to join our team at Abbott Rapid Diagnostics – Infectious Diseases in the UAE. You’ll support daily administrative operations and help ensure smooth internal processes in a dynamic, fast-paced healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage team calendars, meeting schedules, and appointments.

• Coordinate travel arrangements and handle expense reporting.

• Prepare, edit, and maintain reports, presentations, and correspondence.

• Organize and maintain both physical and digital filing systems.

• Support internal communications and assist with event planning.

• Handle incoming calls, emails, and manage general communications.

• Track commercial meeting action items and record meeting minutes.

• Submit Purchase Orders and monitor inventory of office supplies.

• Assist with onboarding new hires and support general HR functions.

• Perform data entry and maintain accurate administrative records.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.

• 2–3 years of administrative or office support experience.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

• Strong communication and organizational skills.

• Detail-oriented, with the ability to multitask and prioritize.

• Arabic-speaking preferred (not mandatory).

• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Diversity & Inclusion

Abbott is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diversity in our workforce and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals can thrive.