Receptionist

The George Institute; Council of the City of Sydney; On-site; AUD 55,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

A health research institute in New South Wales is seeking an approachable Receptionist to manage the front desk and assist visitors. Responsibilities include managing calls, supporting office administration, and maintaining a welcoming environment. Ideal candidates should have experience in a busy corporate reception, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and excellent communication skills. This is a full-time position with flexible work options and generous salary packaging.

Benefits

Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging

Flexible Working Arrangements

Professional Development Support

Employee Wellbeing Focus

Global Collaboration and Impact

Qualifications

• Experience in a corporate environment.
• Ability to learn quickly.
• Availability for 5 days per week in the office.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors at the reception.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and maintain office supplies.
• Handle incoming calls and internal/external mail.

Skills

Experience in managing a busy reception area

Proficient in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Time management skills

Strong attention to detail

Job description

Our mission is to improve the health of millions of people worldwide.

Full Time Opportunity

Purpose-built location in the Health Translation Hub, Randwick, NSW

Permanent Position

Pro-Rata Salary Range of $55k Base to $58k Base (dependent on experience, skills and capabilities)

Plus 12% Superannuation and access to Not-for-Profit Salary Packaging with a value of up to $15,900. (more information provided below).

The Opportunity :

We are seeking a professional and approachable Receptionist to join our team. This role is the first point of contact for visitors and clients.

The Receptionist position will greet and assist visitors, answer and direct phone calls ensuring the reception area is always presented to a high standard. You will coordinate meeting room bookings, organise meetings, order and maintain office supplies and provide general administration support to keep our office running smoothly.

This is a full time opportunity, five days per week based in our purpose-built location in the Health Translation Hub in Randwick, NSW.

If you are an individual who can create a welcoming and positive experience whilst managing the front desk with confidence, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities and Duties :

• Handling incoming calls, internal and external mail, and document archiving
• Greeting and signing in visitors
• Maintaining and organising Reception area, office equipment
• Organising and presenting catering and other support for various meetings
• Organising taxis and couriers
• Organising maintenance for general building issues
• Stationery ordering
• Distributing access and ID cards for staff
• Allocating lockers
• Maintain and update databases as required
• Assist with meeting room bookings
• Finance administration such as purchase orders and credit card purchases
• Assist the office administration team with all general administrative functions
• Other office management tasks as required

For more information on this role, please see our detailed Position Description here.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience / Our Successful Candidate

• Experience in managing a busy reception area
• Experience in a corporate environment
• Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office including Word, Powerpoint and Outlook
• The ability to learn quickly
• Excellent communication, time management and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Availability for 5 days per week in the office

The closing date for applications is 27 November 2025.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found.

The unrestricted right to work in Australia is a requirement for this position. Candidates who require sponsorship will not be considered.

We value workplace diversity and encourage applications from people living with disability, women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people who identify as LGBTIQ+, mature-aged people and those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

As a medical research institute affiliated with leading universities, we are challenging the status quo in healthcare to:

• Lead world‑class, large-scale clinical trials, epidemiological studies and health systems research to transform treatments and healthcare delivery
• Look beyond single diseases, across the life course, to identify patient‑centred approaches to care that can be implemented at scale
• Develop low‑cost, innovative solutions to global unmet needs
• Drive our global impact through a program of research, advocacy, thought leadership and disruptive social entrepreneurship

Our 6 core values

Excellence, Integrity, Can‑do approach, Creativity, Impact, and Humanitarian Commitment.

Your Career at The George Institute

• Not for Profit Salary Packaging – Receive an industry standard salary in addition to your Base Salary and Superannuation, you will have access to salary packaging benefits allowing you to use up to $15,900 of your pre‑tax income on everyday expenses such as rent and groceries. You will also have an option to package up to $2,650 for meals and entertainment.
• Flexible Working Arrangements – We are proud of our flexible working arrangements and the set up that suits you best – onsite, hybrid or WFH (dependent on individual role)
• Professional Development Support – Employees of TGI receive a $3,000 annual Learning and Development wallet to spend on approved courses to support your professional development.
• Employee Wellbeing Focus – A focus on employee wellbeing including global employee engagement surveys, reward and recognition programs and wellness challenges.
• Global Collaboration and Impact – Be part of a diverse international team working on projects in over 40 countries all focused on improving global health outcomes.

Why The George?

• Generous salary packaging benefits increasing your take‑home pay
• Learning and career development opportunities
• Extra leave days including extended Christmas break and study leave
• YourFlex arrangements e.g., start/finish times, purchase leave, location
• A global, diverse, inclusive team committed to making impact

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