Assistant Clerk
ほじょじむいん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that supports general clerical tasks such as document creation, data entry, phone and visitor reception in the office.
Description
Assistant clerks handle basic clerical tasks such as document creation, data entry, filing, phone and visitor reception, supporting smooth operations within the department. Many tasks are standardized, requiring accuracy and speed. In addition to basic PC operations for document creation and spreadsheets, business manners and communication skills are necessary. Often hired as newcomers or part-timers, experience can lead to career paths in general clerical roles, accounting, general affairs, and other office positions.
Future Outlook
While office automation and RPA introduction are advancing, there are still many situations requiring meticulous human handling. In the future, acquiring IT literacy and RPA tool operation skills will increase market value.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Polite and Courteous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Contract Employee / Full-time Employee / Part-time / Temporary Staff
Career Path
General Clerk → Accounting Clerk → General Affairs Staff → Secretary → Office Manager
Required Skills
Recommended Skills
Bookkeeping Knowledge / Business Manners / Communication Skills (English Email) / Office Software
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accuracy in documents and data is required, and mistakes affect operations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is not particularly required as it follows standardized procedures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Physical demands are low as it is mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- Japan Chamber of Commerce Bookkeeping Certification Level 3
- MOS
Aliases
- Office Assistant
Related Jobs
- Accounting Clerk
- General Clerk
- Sales Clerk
- Secretary