Admin / Receptionist

Job Title: Receptionist/Administrator

Location: Umtata

Hours: 08:00AM till 16:00PM Monday to Friday

Salary: R12000 per month

Type: Permanent

Company Overview:

Join our dynamic team at Ambition Recruitment, one of the leading recruitment agencies in the Eastern Cape dedicated to connecting top talent with outstanding career opportunities. We specialise in matching skilled professionals with companies across diverse industries, facilitating mutually beneficial partnerships that drive success.

As an Administrative Receptionist, you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of our office and providing exceptional support to both our internal team and external clients.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and customer-focused Administrative Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our company. In this role, you'll be responsible for managing our front desk operations, handling incoming calls, greeting visitors, and assisting with various administrative tasks to support our recruitment team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and candidates, providing a warm and professional welcome.
• Answer and direct incoming calls promptly and efficiently, maintaining a high standard of customer service.
• Manage the reception area, ensuring it remains tidy and presentable at all times.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and manage conference room schedules.
• Assist with administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and document preparation.
• Support the recruitment team with scheduling interviews, processing applications, and coordinating candidate assessments.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Maintain office supplies inventory and place orders as needed.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional education or training in administration is a plus.
• Proven experience in a similar administrative or receptionist role, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a friendly and professional manner.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Flexibility and adaptability to handle changing priorities and deadlines.
• Prior experience in a recruitment or staffing agency is desirable but not required.