Receptionist

Job description

Would you like to be part of the most international company in the world? A company operating in more than 220 countries worldwide and has been pioneering cross-border express shipping since 1969. Would you like to be part of a business that connects people across the globe and want to make a difference? Then waste no time and join our amazing team at DHL Group. DHL Global Forwarding, Freight (DGFF) is the Group's air, ocean, and road freight specialist. We offer standardized transport as well as highly specialized end-to-end solutions to customers in a wide range of industries globally.

Requirements

• Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role
• Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. fax machines and printers)
• Experience with coordination of events and initiatives
• Professional attitude and appearance
• Solid written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
• Excellent organizational skills
• Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
• Customer service attitude.
• Experience:2 + years of experience in related field
• Education:Must have a matric, College/ University Degree or working towards one will be an advantage
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Responsibilities

• Answering of switchboard and directing of phone calls professionally and courteously connect callers with employees
• Taking and following up on messages
• Receiving of guests and directing them to the appropriate person and office
• Opening, sorting and distribution of daily mail / documents via courier
• Sending out of documents via courier as and when requested
• Maintain register of all courier slips
• Knowledge of teams and departments to help clients and their queries.
• Maintain the entry area so that it is always spotless and well-organized and ready for guests.
• Any other secretarial / reception related duties delegated tasks deemed as reasonable as assigned by the Head of HR

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