Receptionist - 12 Month Contract

• Premium corporate offices in Sydney CBD location
• 12 month contract opportunity with an outstanding front of house team
• Be the face of a leading international law firm

KWM's exceptional Business Services team are on the lookout for a corporate Receptionist with a flair for creating excellent guest experiences.

Who are we?

We are Asia's top tier international law firm with 25 offices and almost 3,000 lawyers strategically positioned in the world's growth markets and financial centres. We have deep roots in Australia spanning almost 200 years and acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as the traditional owners and custodians of these lands and waters.

Why work with us?

We promote a collaborative culture where people feel respected, valued and supported both personally and professionally, and where diversity and inclusion also play an important role in enhancing our knowledge, driving innovative solutions for our clients and creating positive social impact.

We live by our Principles, and strive for mastery in all that we do. We take pride in the high quality work we deliver. Working with colleagues and clients who are leaders in their fields, means the ability to explore new paths to progress with continual learning and development, career and leadership opportunities.

As part of the KWM community you'll have access to a suite of wellbeing initiatives, benefits, policies and processes, to enable you to achieve your career goals.

At KWM, we'll provide you with the platform to Learn, Master, Lead.

Role Detail

Join our dynamic team at KWM's Sydney office, nestled in the prestigious One Farrer business precinct. As a key member of our professional Business Services function, you'll be the friendly face that represents us on the client floor. If you're a polished and welcoming individual with a passion for outstanding customer service, this role might be your perfect fit.

Your day to day will include acting as first point of contact, managing meeting rooms, anticipating client and staff needs, liaising with our catering team and above all, striving to create an exceptional KWM experience. As a top tier international law firm, every client (internal or external) receives five-star treatment. You will be key to sustaining our signature VIP atmosphere on the client floor and to setting the standard for exceptional client service - every time.

This role is offered on an initial 12-month contract basis, with shifts allocated on a rostered basis Monday to Friday. This will be primarily covering the 11:30am - 6:30pm shift, however some flexibility may be required on occasion.

Please note law students seeking a pathway into a legal career may prefer to explore our Clerkship and Graduate programs.

About You

If you're a polished and welcoming corporate receptionist skilled at creating exceptional client experiences, this could be your role! We'd love to see:

• Sound knowledge of reception and front of house operations, including previous experience in the corporate/hospitality arena, ideally within professional services
• Impeccable grooming with the ability to maintain a corporate uniform
• An impressive phone manner with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Good planning and organisational skills, with an ability to prioritise work and meet deadlines
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work without close supervision with strong use of initiative
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Customer service orientated with an ability to develop sound client relationships
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Team focused, supporting all facets of the team to achieve a common goal
• Pro-active approach, shows initiative with a willingness to learn
• Results oriented
• Confident and reliable, being flexible in approach whilst able to remain calm under pressure
• Flexible in working hours

As a leading law firm, we actively seek people from diverse backgrounds to enrich our culture and performance.

Next Steps

Please click 'Apply Now' to apply online with your cover letter summarising why you're applying and your resume to support your experience.

Applications close 4 February 2024.

If you have any questions or need any further information, please don't hesitate to reach out to Renee Wigan on ***********@au.kwm.com.

If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, you must hold all visas and other approvals necessary for you to work for the firm in Australia.

Diversity and Inclusion

King & Wood Mallesons is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and people from diverse backgrounds. We welcome, value, support and harness the positive benefits that people's different life experiences bring, especially as they relate to gender, sexual identity, culture, faith, disability and life stages.

If you are unsure if you meet all criteria for this role, but have a passion for delivering high quality work, developing your skills and realising your full potential, then we encourage you to apply and have a further conversation about how you could fit at KWM.

We have a range of inclusive hiring practices - if you would like to seek workplace adjustments to complete your application please contact the Recruitment contact for this role or email *******@kwm.com.