Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to the Managing Partner
dubai sotheby's international realty- Posted a day ago
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Job Description
We are seeking a professional, organized, and service-oriented Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to support the smooth day-to-day operations of the office and provide administrative assistance to the Managing Partner. The role combines front-desk reception duties, visitor management, communication handling, and general administrative support within a fast-paced real estate environment.
The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and organizational skills, a professional and welcoming demeanor, strong attention to detail, and the ability to handle multiple responsibilities while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Reception and Front Desk Management
- Welcome and assist visitors, clients, business partners, and other guests in a professional and courteous manner.
- Manage incoming calls, direct inquiries to the appropriate departments, and take accurate messages when required.
- Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence, including emails, courier deliveries, and documents.
- Maintain a neat, organized, and professional reception area.
- Coordinate visitor appointments and ensure a smooth and positive visitor experience.
- Respond to general inquiries and provide basic information about the company and its services.
- Liaise with building management and service providers regarding office-related matters.
- Administrative Support to the Managing Partner
- Provide day-to-day administrative and secretarial support to the Managing Partner.
- Manage the Managing Partner's calendar, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
- Arrange internal and external meetings, ensuring meeting rooms, agendas, and required documents are prepared in advance.
- Draft, format, and proofread emails, letters, memos, reports, and other business correspondence.
- Assist in preparing presentations, reports, spreadsheets, and other business documents.
- Follow up on pending tasks, meeting actions, and requests on behalf of the Managing Partner.
- Handle confidential documents and information with discretion and professionalism.
- Meeting and Office Coordination
- Coordinate meeting room bookings and ensure rooms are properly prepared for meetings.
- Communicate with internal teams, clients, and external stakeholders to confirm meeting schedules.
- Assist with preparing meeting materials, taking minutes when required, and circulating follow-up actions.
- Support the coordination of office activities, appointments, and day-to-day administrative requirements.
- Ensure office supplies, stationery, and other essential items are maintained and replenished as needed.
- General Administrative and Documentation Support
- Maintain organized electronic and physical filing systems for easy document retrieval.
- Assist with data entry, document preparation, scanning, printing, photocopying, and filing.
- Maintain accurate records of correspondence, appointments, and administrative activities.
- Assist with processing invoices, expense documentation, and other routine administrative records.
- Support the preparation and organization of company documents, property-related records, and internal reports.
- Conduct basic research and gather information as requested by the Managing Partner.
- Coordinate with internal departments to ensure administrative requests are completed promptly.
- Real Estate Office Support
- Assist with the organization and handling of property-related documents, client records, and business correspondence.
- Coordinate appointments with property clients, investors, landlords, tenants, and business partners as required.
- Support the administrative coordination of property meetings and client inquiries.
- Liaise with relevant teams to ensure documents and information are shared accurately and on time.
- Maintain the confidentiality and proper organization of client and company information.
Qualifications and Skills
- Previous experience as a Receptionist, Administrative Assistant, Secretary, or Personal Assistant, preferably in real estate or a related industry.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Professional, presentable, and welcoming personality with strong customer service skills.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize effectively.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, as well as email and calendar management tools.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling documents and administrative tasks.
- Ability to communicate professionally with senior management, clients, visitors, and external stakeholders.
- High level of discretion and confidentiality when handling sensitive business and client information.
- Proactive, reliable, and capable of working independently as well as within a team.
- Strong coordination, problem-solving, and follow-up skills.
- A bachelor's degree or diploma in Business Administration, Office Management, or a related field is preferred.
Key Competencies
- Professional front-desk and customer service skills.
- Strong
