Front Office Executive

Edwise International; Chennai; On-site; INR 201,000 - 312,000; Full time

Job summary

Edwise International in Chennai seeks a friendly Front Office Executive to be the first point of contact for students, parents, visitors and callers. You will manage front desk operations and provide essential administrative support with a professional and organized approach.

The ideal candidate has excellent communication skills, a pleasant personality, good organizational and multitasking abilities, and basic MS Office knowledge.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Fresh graduates welcome; prior front desk experience is a plus.
• Well-groomed, professional appearance and positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Greet students, parents, visitors and callers and direct them appropriately.
• Handle incoming calls, respond to queries and transfer to the right department.
• Maintain daily records of calls and visitors.
• Coordinate front desk activities and provide administrative support.
• Maintain a clean, professional reception area and office checklists.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Record keeping

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

MS Office

Job description

We are looking for a friendly, organized, and professional Front Office Executive / Receptionist to be the first point of contact for students, parents, visitors, and callers. The ideal candidate should have excellent communication skills, a pleasant personality, and the ability to manage front desk operations while providing administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning of the office.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and assist students, parents, visitors, and guests at the office.
• Handle incoming calls, respond to queries, and transfer calls to the appropriate departments.
• Maintain daily records of incoming and outgoing calls.
• Manage front desk activities and provide administrative support as required.
• Maintain office checklists related to housekeeping, facility upkeep, and general office management.
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure smooth communication and workflow.
• Maintain a professional and organized reception area.

Skills Required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Pleasant personality with good customer-handling abilities.
• Good organizational and multitasking skills.
• Computer savvy with basic knowledge of MS Office.
• Ability to maintain records and handle administrative tasks efficiently.
• Positive attitude and professional approach.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree completed.
• Graduate in any discipline.
• Freshers with good communication skills are welcome to apply.
• Prior experience as a receptionist, front office executive, or in administration will be an added advantage.
• Well-groomed, responsible, and comfortable interacting with students, parents, and visitors.