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Is being an office clerk a good fit for you?

Does a mix of office tasks that do not fit one set role. Files, types, answers phones and helps keep the office running.

What the work involves

  • Operates office machines like photocopiers, scanners, fax machines and computers.
  • Answers phones, puts calls through and takes messages.
  • Talks with customers and staff to answer questions, explain things, take orders and handle complaints.
  • Keeps filing, stock, mailing and database systems up to date, by hand or on computer.

The interests that suit it

People in this work tend to be organising, persuading and helping. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.

Hands-onLow. Building, fixing, and working with tools, machines, animals or the outdoors.
CuriousLow. Finding things out, solving problems, and working with ideas and data.
CreativeLow. Making things: art, writing, music, design and performance.
HelpingLow. Teaching, caring for and supporting people.
PersuadingLow. Leading, selling, and making the calls.
OrganisingStrong. Keeping things in order: records, numbers and systems.

What it tends to reward

Compared with other work, this job stands out for:

  • Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.

How much training it needs

Fast start. Little or some training needed. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.

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