Trainee Receptionist at Sage

Sage began as a small business in the UK 36 years ago and over 13500 colleagues now support millions of entrepreneurs across 22 countries as they power the global economy. Sage is the market leader for integrated , payroll,accounting and payment systems, supporting the ambition of the world’s entrepreneurs. As a FTSE 100 business, we are active in supporting our local communities and invest in making a real difference through the philanthropy of the Sage Foundation – not only financially but through the participation of colleagues who are also empowered to give to the causes that matter to them .In a world where only the voices of the biggest are heard, Sage will always fight to hear the voice of the entrepreneur. Sage reinvent and simplify business accounting through brilliant technology, working with a thriving community of entrepreneurs, business owners, tradespeople, accountants, partners and developers.

Receptionist

The Receptionist is responsible for providing clerical and administrative support in order to facilitate the smooth running of the Sage West Africa Office, reporting to the Office Administrator Sage West Africa Office.

• Stationery order and control for the branch
• Keeping the reception area tidy
• Receive, direct and relay telephone messages and fax messages
• Open & Date stamp all general correspondence
• Assist in the planning and preparation of meetings, conferences, training etc
• Switchboard and Reception duties including editing of all data on system – e.g. adding new employee
• Answer all incoming calls and handle caller’s inquiries whenever possible
• Greet, assist and/or direct visitors
• Assisting with filing from various departments
• Couriering of documents and parcels
• Updating internal telephone extension lists
• Assisting with training reception
• Assist other staff as requested
• Perform other related duties as required
• Meeting & Training Room bookings
• Liaising with Business Partners for training , meetings etc
• Maintain an adequate inventory of office supplies and assist with monitoring the use of supplies & equipment
• Respond to public inquiries
• Assist to coordinate the repair & maintenance of office equipment
• Supervising the cleaning staff
• Opening and closing of the office

Requirements/Qualifications

• Strong receptionist and switchboard experience
• Strong administrative skills
• Fluent in English
• Well presented
• Telephone etiquette

Method of Application

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