Front Desk Officer at Nextzon Business Services Limited

Reference Number: NEX-Front Desk -033
Location: Lagos

Job Description

• We seek the services of a Front Desk Officer who will be responsible for receiving visitors by greeting, welcoming, and directing them appropriately, while notifying company personnel of visitor arrival.

The role will include:

• Receiving visitors by greeting, welcoming, directing and announcing them appropriately
• Answering, screening and forwarding any incoming phone calls while providing basic information when needed
• Receiving and sorting daily mail/deliveries/couriers
• Maintaining security by following procedures and controlling access (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
• Updating appointment calendars and schedule meetings/appointments
• Perform other clerical front desk/ receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, collating, faxing etc.

Qualifications & Experience

• A first degree from a good university
• At least 2 years proven working experience in a similar role
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
• Professional appearance
• Solid communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise
• Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure

General Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize
• Motivated to take on additional projects and solve problems
• Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand
• Able to organize and manage large amounts of files, tasks, schedules, and information
• Self-directed and able to work without supervision
• Able to perform clerical duties, maintaining files and confidential information, organizing documents as needed
• High school diploma; associate’s degree, or bachelor degree in business, administration, or related field preferred
• Prior experience as office assistant, office administrator, or handling administrative responsibilities in a related field
• Highly organized multitasker who works well in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to learn and to grow with the company
• Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); scheduling appointments/updating calendars a must
• Professional certification in office management would be an added advantage.

Remuneration
Competitive.