Receptionist (UAE National)

Al Nahiya Group; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 84,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Al Nahiya Group in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, is seeking a professional Receptionist (UAE National) to manage our front desk on a daily basis and perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks.

The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our company, providing administrative support across the organization and ensuring the front desk welcomes guests positively and executes all administrative tasks to the highest quality standards.

Qualifications

• UAE National (Emirati) with valid Emirates ID.
• High school diploma or equivalent; office management certification a plus.
• Proven experience as receptionist/front desk.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent communication in Arabic and English.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors professionally.
• Answer, screen, and forward calls.
• Maintain tidy reception area.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail/deliveries.
• Control access and issue visitor badges.
• Schedule meetings and manage calendars.
• Assist with HR and admin tasks as needed.
• Support other departments (logistics, meeting rooms).

Skills

Arabic & English communication

Front desk experience

Multitasking

Professional appearance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates | Posted on 05/30/2025

We are looking for a professional and courteous Receptionist (UAE National) to manage our front desk on a daily basis and perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for our company, providing administrative support across the organization and ensuring the front desk welcomes guests positively and executes all administrative tasks to the highest quality standards.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities:

Greet and welcome visitors in a professional and friendly manner.

Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls.

Manage the reception area to ensure a tidy and presentable environment.

Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail/deliveries.

Maintain office security by following safety procedures and controlling access via the reception desk (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges).

Schedule meetings and maintain calendars.

Perform basic clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and organizing documents.

Support other departments as needed (e.g., booking meeting rooms, assisting with logistics).

Update appointment calendars and schedule meetings/appointments.

Assist in administrative and HR-related tasks when required.

Qualifications and Requirements:

UAE National (Emirati) with valid Emirates ID – Mandatory

High school diploma or equivalent; additional certification in Office Management is a plus.

Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative, or similar role is preferred.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Professional attitude and appearance.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in Arabic and English.

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.