Receptionist

Job description / Role

To assist the superior in the smooth and efficient running of a comprehensive office while ensuring high levels of diplomacy and communication skills.
Handle all incoming/outgoing telephone calls and connect the caller to the correct department or required person in the Company
Answer telephone calls in a polite and pleasing manner without offending the caller
Maintain contact list and assist the company employees in calling outside parties / agencies
Attend to visitors to the company premises and guide them to the appropriate person / department
Make visitors to the company premises comfortable till their contact person attends to them
Ensure that the reception area is clean and tidy
Deal with visitors complaints and enquiries in an efficient manner.

Requirements

Qualifications
Diploma in Secretarial Studies or equivalent.

Skills, Knowledge and Experience
Minimum 1 year in office experience.
High degree of professionalism
The ability to work under pressure, without supervision, has good organizational and communication skills and good business English.

About the Company

United Development Company (UDC) was established in July 1999 as one of the leading private sector shareholding companies in the State of Qatar and the Middle East, and has been listed on the Doha Securities Market since June 2003.

UDCs mission is to identify and invest in long-term projects contributing to Qatars growth and providing good shareholder value. The company has an authorized share capital of QR 1.072.5 billion (US $294 million), a market capitalization of US$ 902MM and total assets of US$ 1,131 MM.

From day one, the companys mandate and mission has been to become a cornerstone of the development of Qatar, creating lasting value and maximizing returns for partners and shareholders.