Office Administrative Assistant

Office Administrative Assistant

Date: Jul 30, 2026

Location:Bucharest, RO

Company: GKN Aerospace Careers

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 32 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.6bn in 2025. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

GKN FOKKER ENGINEERING ROMANIA

As GKN’s Engineering Hub, we support the business with all Aerospace Engineering tasks needed. We serve the complete Aircraft Design & Development Life Cycle from Proposal to Certification, from Production assistance to In-Flight Support.
We are passionate about our work and show our love for Aerospace Engineering through everything we do! 

Role purpose:

Office Administrative Assistant is responsible for managing front office operations while ensuring compliance with Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) policies. This role combines reception and administrative duties with the coordination and monitoring of HSE practices to support a safe and efficient workplace.

Job Responsibilities

• Reception: welcome visitors and manage the reception area in a professional manner while following the security protocols; handle incoming and outgoing mail, courier services and general inquiries;
• Health & Safety Assistance: Implement GKN Aerospace HSE policies and procedures throughout the site
• Employee Support: respond to employee queries (e.g., statement requests, general guidance) and direct them to the appropriate resources when needed.
• Supplier Relations: build and maintain positive interactions with office suppliers and service providers and other procurement activities.
• Events & Logistics: provide organizational and administrative support for internal and external events, workshops, and initiatives.
• Administrative Support for Travel: organize travel arrangements for employees (transport, accommodation, etc.);
• Office Operations: Ensure smooth day-to-day running of the office environment.
• Data Management: enter and maintain records in HR and administrative systems with accuracy and confidentiality; Timesheet tracking .
• Additional Duties: take on other administrative and HR-related tasks as required, supporting the team’s needs.

What are we looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree;
• Previous experience in a receptionist, administrative or office assistant role;
• Prior experience in an international or multicultural environment;
• Availability to work on-site from our Bucharest office;
• Technical Skills: strong knowledge of MS Office; comfortable handling data and documentation.
• Communication: excellent English skills (written and verbal), with the ability to interact effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Organization & Problem-Solving: strong planning, prioritization, and multitasking skills with attention to detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Adaptability: curious and proactive

What we offer:

• Range salary:10.535– 11.967 RON (monthly in gross, depending on experience and qualifications);
• Meal tickets;
• Private medical subscription & health insurance;
• Annual performance bonus equivalent to one net monthly salary;
• Vacation bonus and competitive annual leave days;
• Annual salary review and increase based on individual performance and inflation index;
• Additional office community perks and benefits.

We’ll offer you fantastic challenges and amazing opportunities. This is your chance to be part of an organisation that has proven itself to be at the cutting edge of our industry; and is committed to pushing the boundaries even further.  And with some of the best training on offer in the industry, who knows how far you can go?

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply to GKN.  We believe that we can only achieve our ambitions through a coming together of diverse minds who enjoy collaborating in an inspirational environment. Through our commitment to diversity, inclusion and belonging and by living our five powerful principles we’ve created a culture where everyone feels welcome to contribute.  It’s a culture that won us ‘The Best Workplace Culture Award’.  By embracing and celebrating what makes us unique we encourage everyone to bring their full self to work.

We’re also committed to providing an accessible recruitment process, so if you require reasonable adjustments at any stage during our recruitment process please get in touch and let us know.

We are the place where human dreams, plus human endeavour, shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.​
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