Front Desk Officer at Nextzon Business Services Limited

Nextzon Business Services Limited is an emerging market management consulting and enterprise development company, inspired by a collective mission of building and transforming business enterprises for phenomenal success. Our vision is to be a leading venturing company and a renowned consulting practice firm.

Our clients include start-ups, small and medium enterprises as well as multinationals and industry leaders in key sectors of the Nigerian and African regional economies.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Front Desk Officer

Reference Number: NEX-Front Desk -033
Location: Lagos

Job Description

We seek the services of a Front Desk Officer who will be responsible for receiving visitors by greeting, welcoming, and directing them appropriately, while notifying company personnel of visitor arrival.

The role will include:

Receiving visitors by greeting, welcoming, directing and announcing them appropriately
Answering, screening and forwarding any incoming phone calls while providing basic information when needed
Receiving and sorting daily mail/deliveries/couriers
Maintaining security by following procedures and controlling access (monitor logbook, issue visitor badges)
Updating appointment calendars and schedule meetings/appointments
Perform other clerical front desk/ receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, collating, faxing etc.

Qualifications & Experience

A first degree from a good university
At least 2 years proven working experience in a similar role
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite
Professional appearance
Solid communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise
Ability to organize, multitask, prioritize and work under pressure

General Skills/Abilities:

Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent time management skills; able to prioritize
Motivated to take on additional projects and solve problems
Comfortable in a fast-paced environment with multiple tasks and projects at hand
Able to organize and manage large amounts of files, tasks, schedules, and information
Self-directed and able to work without supervision
Able to perform clerical duties, maintaining files and confidential information, organizing documents as needed
High school diploma; associate’s degree, or bachelor degree in business, administration, or related field preferred
Prior experience as office assistant, office administrator, or handling administrative responsibilities in a related field
Highly organized multitasker who works well in a fast-paced environment
Willingness to learn and to grow with the company
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, and Excel); scheduling appointments/updating calendars a must
Professional certification in office management would be an added advantage.