Receptionist - Emirati Talent

Al Tamimi & Company; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Tamimi & Company seeks a highly motivated receptionist in Dubai. The role demands exceptional communication, strong organization, and the ability to manage a fast-paced front desk with professionalism. You will greet visitors, handle calls and mail, and support travel planning and document control.

Only Emirati nationals are eligible. The ideal candidate has a secretarial diploma and at least two years of relevant experience, with fluency in English and proficiency in MS Office.

Qualifications

• 2 years secretarial/administrative diploma required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficient in MS Office, Outlook, and internet browsing.
• Fluent English verbal and written communication.
• Able to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Strong planning, organization and time-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Good interpersonal skills and rapport-building.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming calls, route messages, and forward emails.
• Greet visitors professionally and maintain a welcoming reception.
• Provide excellent customer service and uphold company image.
• Handle mail, courier shipments, and tracking.
• Organize meeting room bookings and conferencing arrangements.
• Coordinate travel arrangements and accommodations as required.
• Prepare access cards for new joiners and manage email forwarding.
• Maintain office supplies and liaise with staff and drivers.
• Ensure reception and client areas are clean and stocked with materials.
• Uphold confidentiality and adhere to company policies.

Skills

English communication

Interpersonal skills

Organization & planning

Confidentiality

Teamwork

Education

2 years secretarial/administrative diploma

Tools

MS Office

Outlook

Internet browsing

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Emirati talent with exceptional communication skills to join our team as a receptionist. The ideal candidate will be proactive, organized, and able to effectively prioritize daily tasks in a fast-paced environment.

This role is for Emirati nationals only.

Requirements

• 2 years secretarial or administrative diploma
• Minimum 2 years experience in a similar role. Experience in a professional services environment would be an advantage
• Excellent working knowledge of MS Office, Outlook and Internet browsing
• Sound knowledge of office procedures
• Working knowledge of record-keeping techniques
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to build rapport
• Good planning and organisation skills
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a team
• Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage incoming calls, route promptly, and forward accurate messages via email.
• Greet visitors professionally and ensure a welcoming environment.
• Provide exceptional customer service and maintain a positive company image.
• Handle incoming/outgoing mail and courier shipments; maintain tracking records.
• Organize meeting room bookings, schedule, and assist with conference calls.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, car rentals, and visitor accommodation as required.
• Prepare access cards for new joiners and manage official email forwarding.
• Maintain office supplies, stationery stock, and liaise with support staff and drivers.
• Ensure reception and client areas are clean, presentable, and stocked with updated materials.
• Uphold confidentiality, adhere to company policies, and perform other assigned duties.

Diversity Equity & Inclusion

Essential to our success as a Professional Organization is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to a work environment where everyone can reach their potential, and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.

We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.

Al Tamimi & Company is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability.