Receptionist & Business Services Assistant
Full-time
Team: Risk, Compliance & Enterprise Services
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About the role
Are you someone who enjoys being the go-to person in a busy office, loves helping others and takes pride in creating a great first impression?
We are looking for a
Receptionist & Business Services Assistant
to join our Sydney office on a
full-time, permanent basis
.
As a key member of our Business Services team, you'll be at the heart of the day-to-day running of the office. From welcoming clients and visitors to supporting our people with business services, facilities and office administration, you'll help create a professional, welcoming and well‐organised environment.
It's a varied, hands‐on role where no two days are quite the same. You'll work closely with colleagues across the firm and have plenty of opportunity to build your skills and make the role your own.
Key responsibilities
Be a welcoming first point of contact for clients, visitors and colleagues, providing professional and friendly reception support




Support the day‐to‐day operation of the office and respond to general business services and facilities enquiries
Assist with meeting rooms, functions, events and conferences, ensuring spaces are organised and ready to go
Coordinate office supplies and help ensure shared spaces and facilities are well maintained
Liaise with building management and internal teams on tenancy, access and security matters as required
Assist with court filing, document collections, banking and other business services tasks
Provide general administrative and operational support to the wider office and Business Services team
The experience we are looking for
You'll be someone who genuinely enjoys helping people and can confidently juggle competing priorities in a busy environment. You'll also bring:
A friendly, professional and approachable manner with a positive, can‐do attitude
Strong customer service skills and confidence communicating with a wide range of people
Excellent organisational and time management skills
Clear and professional written and verbal communication
The ability to take initiative, stay organised and adapt when priorities change
A collaborative approach and willingness to pitch in wherever needed
Previous reception, administration,



office services or customer‐facing experience would be highly regarded
Experience supporting events or conferences would be beneficial
Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years
Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year)and $299 reimbursement
22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back‐to‐work transition policy
Rewards and recognition platform with fitness, retail, and entertainment discounts
A hybrid flex working model
Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
17.5% Annual Leave Loading
... just to name a few. *T's & C's apply
Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.
We love that you have a life outside of work and we're happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive. Here we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive culture, enriched by differences in ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, age and family arrangements. Applications from First Nations People are encouraged.
Our Circle Back Initiative partnership means we're committed to responding to every applicant.
Please note that all successful candidates will be required to undergo background checks as part of our commitment to maintaining a safe and compliant workplace
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📌 Receptionist & Business Services Assistant (New South Wales)
🏢 Maurice Blackburn
📍 New South Wales