Client Liaison Officer

Bowmans (Law Firm); Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 50 000 - 200 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated candidate to ensure exceptional client service. The role involves managing the reception desk, maintaining client-facing areas, and communicating effectively with internal and external clients. The ideal applicant should have a Senior Certificate and at least 3 years of experience in a professional services or hospitality setting. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong interpersonal skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Professional Services or Hospitality environment.
• Ability to manage multiple client-facing areas and related administrative tasks.
• Strong organisational and interpersonal skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent and professional client service to all clients.
• Manage reception desk and ensure client areas are well maintained.
• Coordinate with IT for boardroom setups.

Skills

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Professional Communication

Client Focus

Problem Solving

Education

Senior Certificate

Job description

Purpose

Responsible for providing an excellent and professional client service of the highest standard to both internal and external clients, interacting with them and making them comfortable. Controls the front line, boardrooms and assisting with ad hoc bookings.

Experience and Qualifications

• Senior Certificate essential


• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Professional Services or Hospitality environment.


• Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Key Accountabilities and Activities

Relationship Building

• Display uncompromised professionalism to both internal and external clients.


• Act as a brand ambassador for the firm


• Greet clients in a warm and welcoming manner.


• Usher clients to correct boardrooms and offer refreshments and attend to client needs or requests.

Communication

• Communicate clearly and concisely using all channels of communication as appropriate


• Announce client arrival and provide feedback to the client that we have conveyed the message.


• Continuous follow up communication to ensure a final connection between internal and external clients.


• Professionally communicating relevant internal messages as required.

Managing Reception Desk, Client Liaison Desk and Boardrooms

• Ensure that all client facing areas are well maintained at all times.


• Ensure that all technical equipment within these areas is in good working condition.


• Coordinate with IT to ensure that boardrooms are set up timeously and according to specific requirements.


• Assist with ad hoc Boardroom bookings

Organisational Awareness

• Be knowledgeable about the structure of the firm and services offered.


• Project and build the Firm’s image by understanding the culture and values of the firm.

General Administration

• Operating switchboard when necessary


• Providing general administrative assistance to internal and external clients.


• Deliver cross functional services as required.

Stakeholder Management

• Work closely with all stakeholders such as the catering service provider and Business Services to achieve ultimate service delivery.


• Managing incoming and outgoing deliveries and documents.

Competencies:

• Adaptability


• Client Focus


• Initiative


• Interactive Communication


• Organisational Awareness


• Teamwork


• Work Ethics and Values

Bowmans is committed to achieving the objectives set in its transformation charter, and the targets in its employment equity plan. All recruitment decisions will be taken with due consideration being given to these objectives.