Job Overview
Job Title: Graduate Administrator (Emirati Nationals)
Company: WSP
Location: UAE
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Posted: Recently
Note: This role is open to UAE National candidates only.
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About WSP
WSP is one of the world’s leading engineering and professional services firms, operating in over 40 countries with more than 70,000 employees. In the UAE, WSP advises on some of the region’s most complex and iconic infrastructure, transport, environment, and urban development projects. WSP is committed to Emiratisation and actively invests in developing UAE national talent.
Role Description
This graduate-level administrative role at WSP offers UAE nationals an exceptional launchpad into a global professional services environment. You will support project teams and corporate functions with administrative coordination, document management, and stakeholder communications — building a strong foundation for a long-term career in engineering consulting or corporate services.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to project teams and department heads
- Manage correspondence, meetings, calendars, and travel logistics
- Maintain document control systems and filing for project records
- Prepare reports, presentations, and meeting minutes
- Coordinate with internal teams and external clients
- Support HR and office management activities as required
Requirements
- UAE National (Emirati) — required for this role
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Business Administration or related field
- Recent graduate or up to 2 years of administrative experience
- Strong written and spoken English; Arabic fluency is essential
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
- Professional demeanour and strong organisational skills
What’s On Offer
- Structured graduate development programme
- Work alongside world-class engineers and consultants
- Competitive salary and full UAE benefits package
- Long-term career development within a global 70,000-person firm
How to Apply
Apply through LinkedIn. This role is reserved for UAE Nationals — ensure your nationality is clearly stated in your profile.
How to Increase Your Chances
- Emiratisation context: WSP actively supports UAE national career development — emphasise your ambition and readiness to grow professionally.
- Academic performance: As a graduate role, your GPA and any academic achievements are relevant.
- Internship experience: Any prior office-based or administrative internship — even brief — significantly strengthens your application.
- MS Office proficiency: Demonstrate Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills during the interview if possible.
- Arabic + English bilingualism: WSP’s UAE team operates in both languages — fluency in both is a genuine advantage.