Front Office Receptionist

DAMAC Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 89,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

DAMAC Group is seeking a polished Front Office Receptionist in Dubai to be the first point of contact for the Chairman’s office. The role demands a professional presence, strong organisational abilities, and excellent communication in Arabic and English.

Ideal candidates will have corporate front office experience, proficient MS Word/Excel/PowerPoint skills, and the ability to manage calendars and meetings with discretion. European nationality is preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a corporate front office/receptionist or administrative role.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are essential.
• Excellent command of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Manage the front desk and provide a professional and welcoming experience to visitors and clients.
• Manage calendars, appointments, meetings, and executive schedules efficiently.
• Coordinate and manage meeting agendas, ensuring all required information and materials are available in advance.
• Handle meeting room allotment, bookings, and room management.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings and ensure smooth meeting logistics.
• Manage incoming calls, correspondence, visitors, and general front office activities.
• Prepare and maintain documents, presentations, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Provide administrative support to senior management and the wider office as required.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless day-to-day office operations.

Skills

Arabic language proficiency

English language proficiency

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Salary: AED 8,000 - AED 10,000 per month

About the Role

We are looking for a polished, professional, and highly organised Front Office Receptionist to be the first point of contact for the office of our Chairman. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a professional presence, and strong organisational abilities.

Arabic language proficiency is essential. European nationality is preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the front desk and provide a professional and welcoming experience to visitors and clients.
• Manage calendars, appointments, meetings, and executive schedules efficiently.
• Coordinate and manage meeting agendas, ensuring all required information and materials are available in advance.
• Handle meeting room allotment, bookings, and room management.
• Coordinate internal and external meetings and ensure smooth meeting logistics.
• Manage incoming calls, correspondence, visitors, and general front office activities.
• Prepare and maintain documents, presentations, reports, and spreadsheets.
• Provide administrative support to senior management and the wider office as required.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure seamless day-to-day office operations.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a corporate front office/receptionist or administrative role is highly preferred.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are essential.
• Excellent command of MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong calendar and agenda management skills.
• Excellent organisational and time-management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional appearance, excellent interpersonal skills, and a polished manner.
• Ability to interact confidently with senior executives, clients, and external stakeholders.
• A stable employment history with good tenure in previous roles is highly appreciated.
• European nationality is preferred.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will be a well-presented, articulate, and highly organised professional who is comfortable working in a corporate environment and interacting with senior stakeholders. Strong attention to detail, discretion, reliability, and the ability to anticipate requirements are essential for this role.