Front Desk & Admin Pro — Wellington Office

Department of Corrections NZ; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Corrections NZ is seeking a friendly and professional Receptionist for our Wellington National Office. You will be the first contact for staff and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front desk experience.

This full-time role runs standard business hours, Monday to Friday, with responsibilities spanning reception, administrative support and coordination of day-to-day requests to keep the office running smoothly.

Qualifications

• Reception, administration or call centre experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Microsoft Office Suite and the ability to learn new systems.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Sound judgment and decision-making abilities.
• A proactive and independent approach to work.
• Strong multitasking skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage front desk operations and visitor greeting.
• Provide administrative support to staff and teams.
• Assist with day-to-day tasks and coordination as needed.
• Deliver a professional and welcoming experience for staff and visitors.

Skills

Reception experience

Administration

Communication

multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Department of Corrections NZ is seeking a friendly and professional Receptionist for our Wellington National Office. You will be the first contact for staff and visitors, ensuring a welcoming and efficient front desk experience.

This full-time role runs standard business hours, Monday to Friday, with responsibilities spanning reception, administrative support and coordination of day-to-day requests to keep the office running smoothly.