Job Description
Are you a friendly, organised and flexible individual? Were looking for a part-time/temp Receptionist to stand in when needed for our team at Century City and V&A Waterfront and help us create a warm, professional environment for our clients and tenants. In this role, you will be managing the front desk independently. Therefore, we are looking for a reliable and experienced person.
Duties and responsibilities
- Owning the reception area and creating worldclass experiences for all who visit The Business Exchange, irrespective of whether they are tenants, visitors, employees or clients.
- Controlling and directing all incoming calls and correspondence for the The Business Exchange itself and managing all incoming calls on behalf of tenants.
- Managing all centre operations, such as the coordination of boardrooms and dealing with walk-in queries.
- Assisting tenants with day-to-day operational queries and problems. This includes escalating them to the appropriate department or person.
- Screening all incoming deliveries and ensuring they go to the right area or tenant.
Skills, competencies and minimum criteria
- Minimum grade 12 qualification required.
- A minimum of three years experience in front-line reception (or similar) role.
- Previous experience in centre management and/or the property industry highly advantageous.
- Ability to manage a very busy reception environment with little to no external support.
- Extensive customer services experience.
- Experience in dealing with difficult, irate and careless tenants highly advantageous.
- Proven previous experience in dealing with technical boardroom equipment (connecting laptops to projectors or televisions, conference calling, etc.)
- Strong computer literacy (must be able to function very comfortably in the Microsoft Office and Google environments). The candidate must be able to assist visitors and clients in connecting their devices and being the first level of support without needing to contact IT immediately.
Behavioural competencies
- Highly presentable and hygienic every day.
- Incredibly strong verbal and written English communicator who can liaise with visitors, clients and team members.
- Proactive, driven work ethic.
- Strongly dependable.
- Enthusiastic and positive can-do attitude.
- Service-oriented person who thrives on pleasing visitors, tenants and staff.
- Ability to plan and prioritise around meetings and functions.
- High attention to detail.
- Strong customer focus approach.
About Other Administration/PA/Secretary Jobs in Western Cape
In the Western Cape, Other Administration, PA, and Secretary positions are in high demand across various industries. Typically, these roles involve providing administrative support to professionals and executives, managing day-to-day operations, and maintaining accurate records. Generally, this field is considered a vital component of any organization, ensuring seamless day-to-day functioning.
Salaries for Other Administration, PA, and Secretary roles can vary greatly depending on factors like experience, company size, and industry sector. Broadly speaking, salaries typically fall within the range of R400 000 to R800 000 per annum, with a common band being between R500 000 and R600 000. However, it’s essential to note that these figures are approximate and can fluctuate based on individual circumstances.
Common skills for this type of role include administrative software proficiency (e.g., Microsoft Office), excellent communication and interpersonal skills, organisational and time management abilities, and the capacity to maintain confidentiality. Other valuable skills include data entry, record-keeping, and basic bookkeeping.
Many industries in Western Cape employ these roles, particularly in sectors like financial services, technology, manufacturing, and healthcare. In the financial services sector, for example, you may find administrative assistants supporting senior executives or managing client records. Similarly, in the technology industry, PA’s are often responsible for coordinating meetings, scheduling appointments, and preparing materials for presentations.
Career development opportunities for those in Other Administration, PA, and Secretary roles can vary depending on individual interests and goals. Typically, experience can lead to progression into more senior administrative positions or even specialist roles like office manager or operations coordinator. Some may choose to pursue further education or training to advance their skills or transition into related fields.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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