Receptionist

**Position:** Receptionist **Department:** Administration / Front Office **Reports to:** General Manager / Office Manager **Location:** Bahrain About Company \& Role Purpose A leading real estate development company in Bahrain is seeking a **professional and well\-presented Receptionist** to be the first point of contact for the company. The role is responsible for welcoming visitors, managing incoming calls and correspondence, providing administrative support, and ensuring the smooth and professional operation of the reception area. The ideal candidate will have **excellent communication and presentation skills**, a friendly and professional personality, strong organizational abilities, and the confidence to interact with clients, visitors, senior management, and external stakeholders. **Arabic\-speaking candidates are preferred.** KEY RESPONSIBILITIES, ACCOUNTABILITIES AND ACTIVITIES * Greet and welcome visitors, clients, and guests in a professional and courteous manner. * Manage the reception area and ensure it is maintained to a professional standard at all times. * Answer, screen, and direct incoming telephone calls appropriately. * Receive and respond to general inquiries from visitors, clients, and employees. * Manage incoming and outgoing correspondence, mail, courier deliveries, and documents. * Coordinate visitor appointments and notify relevant employees upon arrival. * Maintain accurate visitor records and follow company access and security procedures. * Schedule and coordinate meeting rooms and ensure they are prepared for meetings and visitors. * Provide refreshments and other hospitality arrangements for meetings and guests when required. * Assist with administrative tasks, including filing, data entry, document preparation, and maintaining records. * Coordinate with office support, facilities, and other departments to ensure smooth day\-to\-day operations. * Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion. * Support the Executive Office and management team with administrative tasks when required. * Maintain a professional and welcoming image of the company at all times. * Perform other reception and administrative duties as assigned. BACKGROUND, QUALIFICATIONS \& EXPERIENCE Qualifications * Bachelor's degree or diploma in Business Administration, Office Administration, Hospitality, or a related field is preferred. * Minimum **2–3 years of experience** in a receptionist, front\-office, customer service, or administrative role. * Previous experience in a corporate, real estate, hospitality, or professional services environment is preferred. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and Outlook. * Experience handling telephone calls, visitors, correspondence, and general office administration. Skills * **Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.** * **Arabic\-speaking is preferred.** * Excellent presentation and interpersonal skills. * Professional, confident, friendly, and welcoming personality. * Strong customer service and relationship\-building skills. * Excellent organizational and time\-management abilities. * Strong attention to detail and accuracy. * Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities in a busy environment. * Good telephone etiquette and professional communication skills. * High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and discretion. * Proactive, reliable, and service\-oriented approach. * Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. * Well\-groomed and professional appearance. Work Location: In person