Receptionist

Connected People; Newcastle City Council; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Connected People is recruiting a Receptionist for its Newcastle office. This full-time, permanent role runs 8:30am–5:00pm and offers hands-on front-of-house support. You’ll be the first point of contact for clients visiting or calling, ensuring a warm welcome and directing enquiries to the right person.

You’ll also assist the team with day-to-day admin tasks. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of reception experience, strong communication, reliability, and discretion, plus basic MS Office

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of reception or front-of-house experience.
• Excellent communication and a welcoming demeanour.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office; quick to learn new systems.
• Discreet handling of client information.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming clients and visitors
• Answering calls, transferring enquiries and taking messages
• Booking appointments and managing the reception calendar
• Keeping reception and meeting rooms tidy and ready for visitors
• Helping with general enquiries and administrative tasks
• Handling client information with care and confidentiality

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Customer service

Discretion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Full time permanent role 8.30am - 5.00pm

Welcome clients, manage calls and support the team with day-to-day admin

Available to have you commence asap!

Connected People is working with a national organisation to recruit a Receptionist for its Newcastle office.

You’ll be the first person clients speak with when they call or visit, helping them feel welcome and making sure they reach the right person. Alongside looking after reception, you’ll support the team with day-to-day administration.

What you’ll be doing

• Welcoming clients and visitors
• Answering calls, transferring enquiries and taking messages
• Booking appointments and managing the reception calendar
• Keeping reception and meeting rooms tidy and ready for visitors
• Helping with general enquiries and administrative tasks
• Handling client information with care and confidentiality

About you

You'll have 1-2 years reception or front-of-house experience.

• Communicates clearly and makes people feel comfortable
• Is organised and can manage calls, visitors and admin throughout the day
• Is comfortable using Microsoft Office and learning new systems
• Is reliable and understands the importance of discretion