Receptionist and Administrative Support

Placements24; Richards Bay; On-site; ZAR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

On-site role

Training in admin best practices

Positive workplace culture

Standard company benefits

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a friendly Receptionist and Administrative Support professional for our Richards Bay office. You will be the first point of contact, greeting clients and visitors while handling essential administrative tasks to keep the office running smoothly.

The ideal candidate is personable, detail-oriented, and capable of multitasking in a busy environment, contributing to a positive workplace culture and supporting daily operations in KwaZulu-Natal.

Qualifications

• Previous receptionist or administrative support experience.
• Proficiency with basic office software and telephone systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Friendly and professional demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome clients, visitors, and guests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Manage the main phone line, directing calls and taking messages accurately.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and courier services.
• Maintain the reception area, ensuring it is tidy and presentable at all times.
• Provide administrative support, including data entry, photocopying, and scanning documents.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and managing meeting room bookings.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Office software

Job description

About the Role

Our client requires a welcoming and efficient Receptionist and Administrative Support professional for their Richards Bay office. This role serves as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, setting a professional tone for the organization. Beyond greeting guests, the role involves crucial administrative tasks that keep the office running smoothly. The ideal candidate is personable, detail-oriented, and adept at managing multiple tasks simultaneously in a busy environment. This is a key position for someone looking to contribute to a dynamic team in the KwaZulu-Natal region, providing essential support that ensures seamless daily operations and positive stakeholder interactions.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome clients, visitors, and guests in a professional and courteous manner.
• Manage the main phone line, directing calls and taking messages accurately.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and courier services.
• Maintain the reception area, ensuring it is tidy and presentable at all times.
• Provide administrative support, including data entry, photocopying, and scanning documents.
• Assist with scheduling appointments and managing meeting room bookings.

Requirements

• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative support role.
• Proficiency with basic office software and telephone systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• A friendly and professional demeanor.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary.
• On-site role focused on front-line customer service in Richards Bay .
• Opportunities for training in administrative best practices.
• Contribution to a positive workplace culture.
• Standard company benefits.