Receptionist

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Isaac Group is seeking a friendly, organised Receptionist for a permanent full-time onsite role in Christchurch. You’ll be the first point of contact for visitors and staff, manage calls, mail and general admin, and keep the reception area polished while supporting the wider team. Key requirements include excellent communication, a professional manner, strong organisational skills, the ability to manage competing priorities and stay calm in a busy environment, plus proficiency with Microsoft Office and a quick aptitude for new systems. Pre-employment checks apply, including medical, drug screening, credit and criminal checks and references. To apply, submit a CV and cover letter by 7 September, noting relevant front of house or admin experience and why you want the role; NZ working rights are required. Agencies please refrain from unsolicited submissions.

About the Vacancy – Permanent – Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for a friendly and organised Receptionist to join our team in Christchurch. This role will be responsible for providing a professional and welcoming first point of contact for visitors, customers and team members.

Working closely with employees and visitors across the business, you will manage reception duties, answer telephone enquiries, coordinate incoming and outgoing correspondence and provide general administrative support. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and takes pride in delivering a high standard of customer service.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing a warm, professional and efficient reception service for visitors, customers and team members.

• Answering, screening and directing incoming telephone calls and responding to enquiries in a timely manner.

• Welcoming visitors, notifying employees of arrivals and maintaining visitor records where required.

• Managing incoming and outgoing mail, courier deliveries and general correspondence.

• Monitoring the reception area and ensuring it is presented to a high standard.

• Providing general administrative support to the wider team.

• Monitoring and ordering office and other miscellaneous supplies to ensure appropriate levels are maintained.

• Maintaining accurate records and completing data entry and document administration as required.

• Supporting health, safety and security procedures at the front desk and throughout the office.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a receptionist, administration, customer service or front-of-house role would be advantageous.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal.

• Professional, friendly and confident manner when dealing with people.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to manage competing priorities and remain calm in a busy environment.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn new systems quickly.

• High level of reliability, discretion and professionalism.

• Proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Legal right to work in New Zealand.

Pre-employment and Eligibility

• The successful candidate will be required to complete pre-employment checks, including a medical assessment, (including drug and alcohol screening), credit check, criminal record check and reference checks.

How to Apply - CLOSING DATE - 7 September (although maybe closed early subject to response)

If you are an organised and approachable professional looking for a permanent, full-time Receptionist position in Christchurch, we encourage you to apply with a CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and interest in the role.

Note to Recruitment Agencies: Please do not submit unsolicited applications for this position