Receptionist/Operations Assistant - Hiring Now

We are looking for a resourceful Receptionist/Operations Assistant to join our awesome team at Dentons Group in Wellington Wellington
Growing your career as a Full Time Receptionist/Operations Assistant is a great opportunity to develop productive skills.
If you are strong in persuasion, problem-solving and have the right initiative for the job, then apply for the position of Receptionist/Operations Assistant at Dentons Group today!

Receptionists (Administration & Office Support) Dentons is the world’s largest global law firm. A leading commercial law firm with the largest global reach of any firm in the New Zealand market. We have unparalleled access to sector experts, training, talent support and business development collaboration across the globe. This means the opportunities are endless for our people! About the role We are looking for a Receptionist to use their exceptional customer service and communication skills to maintain the efficient day to day running of our Wellington office and facilities. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a role where your career development is only limited by your willingness to learn! You will be the key point of contact for clients and guest. Greeting them at reception, you will be their first impression of Dentons; well-presented, friendly and proactive. In this role, you will deliver outstanding service to all clients, both internal and external. Your day-to-day may include Welcoming guests, both internal and external Maintaining the reception area and kitchens Coordinating meeting room bookings and keeping rooms tidy Answering all incoming calls and dealing with client queries Updating office records, including phone lists and supplier details Supporting the planning and coordination of firm events and arrange catering Preparing beverages and delivering catering Managing the maintenance of office facilities Arranging photocopying and printing Ordering stationery and supplies Providing back up support to the wider Operations team Digitising and file deed documents Website profiles, client data and templates administration and support This is a full- time permanent role based in our central Wellington office working Monday - Friday 8:30am – 5:00pm. Due to the nature of this role, there is no opportunity to work remotely. The team The Receptionist reports to the Operations Manager and is part of the wider Operations team which sit within Corporate Services. This team prides itself on collaborating and supporting each other. There will be opportunities for this role to pick up support in other areas of the Operations team. About you The ideal person will have a positive attitude, will use their initiative and is able to work well under pressure. You will bring strong administrative experience in a Receptionist role (previous experience working in a law firm is desirable). You will be flexible and be able to manage competing priorities and sudden changes in direction. To be successful you will have: Administrative exposure to the full MS Office suite (intermediate to advanced level preferrable) Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail An energetic and engaging manner and great communication skills (both written and verbal) A willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck into what ever work comes your way What do we offer? We offer you the opportunity to be part of a positive and inclusive team that works in partnership with our clients and other teams locally and across the Dentons network, where you will get plenty of valuable experience and mentoring. We are a future focussed firm and that ethos extends to our people too.  At Dentons, we offer a competitive remuneration package along with benefits that will make a positive difference to your work/life balance.  We are a global business but locally run and operated, giving us the best of both worlds Summer Shutdown over the Christmas/New Year Period We invest in our people - learning and development are key Paid parental leave of 26 weeks/ 5 weeks for non-primary caregiver Regular social events, including Friday Fives, sporting and charity events, annual balls, family Christmas parties, and an end of year function An annual wellness allowance Dentons is Rainbow Tick certified. We believe inclusion drives diversity and fostering an environment where our people thrive through diversity of thought and shared experience makes us the successful global firm we are. We encourage applications irrespective of race, ethnicity, culture, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age or disability. Dentons Kensington Swan is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an environment where everyone respects and supports each other.  For more information about our firm check out Apply Now To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter. For a confidential discussion about the role, or a copy of the position description, please contact Claire Wilkinson on   Report this job advert Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Benefits of working as a Receptionist/Operations Assistant in Wellington Wellington:

● Learning opportunities
● Opportunities to grow
● Competitive salary