Day Receptionist / Personal Assistant
Temporary role- 2-3 weeks
Our client is currently seeking a talented and experienced Day Receptionist / Personal Assistant to join their team. As the first point of contact for visitors and guests, you will play a vital role in delivering exceptional customer service. In addition, you will provide executive assistance to the Vice President, ensuring efficient administrative support.
Main Responsibilities:
People Management:
- Manage and support the Evening Receptionist's tasks, performance, and training.
- Ensure effective handover before and after each shift.
- Assist with any recruitment needs.
Executive Assistance:
- Communication with executive-level employees.
- Schedule and arrange logistics for board meetings.
- Coordinate and organise internal and external meetings for the Vice President.
- Prepare meeting agendas, manage minutes, and identify important items.
Administration:
- Complete accommodation booking sheets and exit surveys for student groups.
- Support the General Manager and liaise with faculty to implement and support programmes.
- Provide secretarial support to the General Manager.
- Assist with the distribution and collation of Scholarship Trust applications.
Hotel and Travel Arrangements:
- Arrange external hotel accommodation when necessary.
- Coordinate travel arrangements for staff.
Information Service:
- Provide accurate and appropriate travel, tourist, and local information to guests.
- Update travel information materials regularly.
Post and Deliveries:
- Handle incoming and outgoing mail.
- Receive and sign for deliveries as required.
E-mail, General Correspondence & General Information:
- Respond to emails and forward to the relevant departments.
- Acknowledge general correspondence.
- Direct messages and information to the appropriate personnel.
Stationery and Merchandise:
- Manage stock check process for stationary items.
- Market and sell Campus merchandise.
Health & Safety:
- Ensure monthly first aid box checks and fire drills are completed.
- Act as the fire safety officer.
Guests & Visitors:
- Meet and greet guests, providing information about the organisation.
- Collect accommodation fees
- Control petty cash.
- Ensure visitors are directed to the appropriate personnel.
- Provide refreshments.
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Receptionist/EA.
- Excellent time management and organisational skills.
If you are a highly organised and customer-focused individual with previous experience as a Receptionist / Personal Assistant, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our client's dynamic team and contribute to the success of their organisation.
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