Receptionist

KPMG Middle East; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 33,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

KPMG Middle East in Jeddah is seeking a friendly Receptionist to manage the front desk operations and provide professional administrative support for daily office functions.

You will greet visitors, handle calls and inquiries, coordinate meeting room bookings, support onboarding, and assist with shipments and reports. A Diploma or Bachelor's in Business Admin and strong communication are expected; proficiency in MS Office and fluency in English are required, Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Previous receptionist/front desk or admin support experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and customer-focused attitude.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Greet, welcome, and assist visitors, ensuring a professional experience.
• Manage visitor registration and logs.
• Handle calls, emails, and inquiries, directing to appropriate departments.
• Support onboarding for new joiners.
• Coordinate meeting room reservations and ensure rooms are ready for meetings.
• Schedule appointments and assist with admin coordination.
• Process business card requests and maintain records.
• Prepare monthly service invoices reports (DHL, STC, etc.).
• Manage shipments and courier requests, track deliveries.
• Maintain front office records and documentation up to date.
• Assist with ad hoc office tasks as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Multitasking

Fluency in English

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Job description

KPMG has grown to become one of the largest professional service providers in the Middle East, having three lines of services: Audit, Tax, and Advisory. Currently, KPMG’s Middle East workforce is over 5,000 professionals. With ambitious growth objectives, we are continuously looking for talent across various functions and levels. KPMG operates through an experienced leadership team with dedicated regional teams, which enables our network of professional talent, technologies, products, and solutions to quickly come together to meet clients’ needs.

Our company’s vision is to be recognized as a truly transformed firm, trusted by our people, our clients, and our society.

We value the fresh perspective that experienced professionals can bring. Whether you are currently working in industry, the public sector, a smaller firm, or another Big Four organization, you can expect to make a difference from day one.

Job Summary

The Receptionist is responsible for managing front desk operations and providing professional administrative support to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office. The role serves as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees, while also supporting meeting room management, communications, shipments, and various administrative activities.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Greet, welcome, and assist visitors, ensuring a professional and positive experience.
• Manage visitor registration and maintain accurate visitor logs.
• Handle incoming calls, emails, and inquiries, directing requests to the appropriate departments.
• Support new joiners during induction and onboarding activities.
• Coordinate meeting room reservations and ensure rooms are properly prepared for meetings and events.
• Schedule appointments and assist with administrative coordination activities.
• Process business card requests and maintain related records.
• Prepare and maintain monthly reports related to office service invoices (e.g., DHL, STC, and other service providers).
• Manage shipment and courier requests, track deliveries, and coordinate with headquarters regarding shipment-related issues.
• Maintain front office records and ensure administrative documentation is up to date.
• Support general office administration and provide assistance with ad hoc tasks as required.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or a related field.
• Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, customer service, or administrative support role is preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and customer-focused attitude.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an advantage.

What We Offer

KPMG supports equal opportunities for all prospective candidates. We are committed to providing personal and professional development opportunities for all our employees. We operate in a friendly and supportive environment, respect one another, and draw strength from our differences. We prioritize employee well-being by adopting pioneering ways of working that promote work-life balance.