Front Desk Receptionist

Confidential; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Abu Dhabi is seeking a Receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, providing administrative support across departments and handling calls with a professional demeanor.

Candidates should have 3 years of front office experience, strong organizational and multitasking skills, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and solid written and verbal communication abilities; a Bachelor's in business is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business or related field.
• 3 years of experience as a Receptionist or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional attitude and appearance.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome guests as they arrive at the office.
• Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls in a professional manner.
• Manage the front desk area, ensuring it is tidy and presentable.
• Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail and deliveries.
• Schedule appointments and maintain calendars for conference rooms.
• Perform basic administrative tasks (filing, photocopying, data entry).
• Optional: Manage office supplies inventory and place orders when necessary.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Communication

Front desk experience

Professional demeanor

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Role:

As the Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our clients and visitors. You will handle administrative duties, manage incoming calls, and provide support to various departments. The ideal candidate is a people-person with a professional demeanor and strong multitasking skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome guests as soon as they arrive at the office.
• Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls in a professional manner.
• Manage the front desk area, ensuring it is tidy and presentable.
• Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail and deliveries.
• Schedule appointments and maintain calendars for conference rooms.
• Perform basic administrative tasks (filing, photocopying, data entry).
• [Optional: Manage office supplies inventory and place orders when necessary.]

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in business; additional certification in Office Management is a plus.
• 3 years of experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative, or similar role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g., fax machines, printers, multi-line phone systems).
• Professional attitude and appearance.
• Solid written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise.
• Excellent organizational skills and multitasking abilities.