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The role The Melbourne Operations team are seeking an enthusiastic Receptionist to join the team on a part-time basis. As part of a collaborative reception team, you will cover the Monday and Friday shifts, working 9:30am - 6pm (with flexibility). There is also the opportunity to increase your working hours to cover sick or annual leave within the team as well as opportunities within Catering to do evening events if applicable. As a member of the Reception team, you will operate as the face of our firm and play a critical role in the delivery of internal and external client services. Additional training and development will be provided to the right candidate. Our Reception team ensure that all visitors, callers and Clayton Utz Partners and employees are greeted and attended to in a responsive, friendly and professional manner with a focus on service excellence. Key responsibilities This varied, busy and exciting role will see you: Warmly and professionally greeting all visitors, ensuring they feel welcomed and looked after; Switchboard management, answering internal and external phone calls and ensuring their call is directed to the most appropriate person; Administering bookings for internal services including rooms, catering and facilities equipment via the EMS bookings system; Taking ownership of the presentation of the reception area and all meeting rooms and boardroom; Providing backup support for other roles within the team as required, including our catering and events teams; and Taking responsibility for administrative tasks, e.g. updating databases. Skills & Experience Previous experience as a receptionist or similar front of house role is highly desired. Room booking system and administration experience is highly desirable, training in the EMS booking system will be provided. In addition, you will: Possess a friendly, positive, proactive approach to your work; Enjoy working with people and pride yourself in your customer service skills; Have impeccable grooming and a professional telephone manner; Be a team player who is flexible to work additional hours when requested; Have highly developed organisational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate with others. LI-AS How to Apply? We prefer to work directly with candidates, if you are interested in this role, please click the Apply button or contact the consultant, details below, for more information. Clayton Utz is an inclusive employer that supports flexible work arrangements, please feel free to discuss your flexibility needs with the recruiter for this role. Consultant Contact Details Alexandra Smith, ( Accessibility and Inclusion We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier-free recruitment process. Do you require any support or reasonable adjustments to complete your application? If so, please contact the recruiter via the above telephone number or via email to . For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit or follow us on LinkedIn here. Agency submissions Clayton Utz does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Clayton Utz Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to Clayton Utz partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute as an introduction to the firm and Clayton Utz will not be liable for a fee.