Receptionist / Administrator

University of Fort Hare; Somerset West; On-site; ZAR 50,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious financial services firm located in Somerset West is seeking a Receptionist to handle various administrative tasks, manage boardroom preparations, and control access for guests. The ideal candidate must be fluent in Afrikaans and English, possess strong computer skills, and have a professional appearance. Driver’s licence and own transport are essential for this dynamic role that requires multi-tasking and reliability.

Qualifications

• Completion of Financial Regulatory Exam RE5 would be beneficial.
• Background in estates, trusts, life insurance, investments, or medical aids is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage all administrative tasks from the reception area.
• Handle door access control for guests.
• Prepare boardroom for client meetings.
• Manage stationery and water orders.
• Complete errands as necessary.
• Submit monthly travel claims for reimbursement.
• Handle telephone systems.

Skills

Fluent in Afrikaans

Fluent in English

Strong computer skills in Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel

Multi-tasking abilities

Education

Grade 12

Job description

Overview

My client, an elite financial services and investment concern located in Somerset West, is seeking to employ a Receptionist to join their team.

Responsibilities

• Full handling of all administrative tasks from the reception area
• Handling door access control for guests
• Boardroom preparation for client meetings
• Management of stationery and water orders
• Handling of errands – own transport is essential
• Monthly submission of travel claims for reimbursement
• Handling the telephone systems

Requirements

• Fluent in Afrikaans and English
• Own transport and a valid driver’s licence
• Residence in the Helderberg area would be advantageous
• Punctuality and reliability
• Neat, professional appearance
• Strong computer skills in Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Word and Excel
• Completion of Financial Regulatory Exam RE5 would be beneficial
• Background or exposure to estates, trusts, life insurance policies, investments, or medical aids
• Grade 12

Personal Attributes

• Takes full ownership of assigned tasks
• Must be reliable, honest, and sincere
• Should enjoy administrative work – the role is dynamic and requires strong multi-tasking abilities
• Able to work well under pressure and willing to assist colleagues when deadlines are tight
• Accuracy is vital, especially since the work involves numbers and sensitive documentation