The role
The Operations team are currently seeking a Receptionist for our Brisbane Office on a 12-month fixed-term contract. The Reception role is the face of our firm and is critical to our internal and external client service delivery. We'll provide plenty of training and development opportunities to help the right candidate succeed in this role.

Our Receptionist will 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, politely and professionally greeting all Clayton Utz visitors, ensuring they feel welcomed and looked after.
• Answering internal and external phone calls in the same manner and ensuring their call is directed to the most appropriate person.
• Administering bookings for internal services including rooms, catering and facilities equipment.
• 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 support as required for the central switchboard.
• Assisting the events team with on-site event coordination.
• Taking responsibility for administrative tasks, e.g. updating databases.

Skills & Experience
Previous experience as a Receptionist is not a requirement for this role however the ideal candidate will have a can do attitude and open minded approach to their work.

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 with flexible working hours.
• Have highly developed organisational skills, a strong attention to detail, and the ability to effectively communicate with others.

The Operations and Reception team

The Operations team provides a range of national support services to the firm including premises and facilities management, office services, secretarial support, word processing services, catering, purchasing and supply, records management and travel.

The firm

As Australia’s leading independent law firm, our culture has been built by innovative thinkers. They are the driving force behind our firm and if you choose to be part of the team your expectations will be challenged every step of the way.

We’re looking for individuals who embody our values of trust, respect, and collaboration. People who are driven to deliver exceptional client service, embrace innovation, and work together to achieve success. In return, we’ll support you in building the career you’ve always aspired to. Are you up for the challenge?

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

Jade Evans, (02) 9353 4358

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 [email protected].

For more information on Clayton Utz, please visit www.claytonutz.com 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.