| |  | | Receptionist | Beirut - Lebanon | Full-Time |  | |
| | | Receptionist job description
Having a cheery and chatty personality can feel like an under-valued or unwanted trait, but it's something lots of employers want.
A smiling face is really important in the world of the receptionists.
Expected to be incredibly organized and friendly, this role is so much more than picking up the phones.
So, what will I actually be doing?
Receptionists need to have an ear to the ground and be aware of everything that’s going in an organization, from knowing which important meetings will be taking place to coordinating deliveries and organizing travel arrangements for staff. You'll also often be the first person that employees and potential clients see, so you're always representing the company.
A receptionist’s daily tasks will involve:
• Meeting and greeting clients
• Booking meetings
• Arranging couriers
• Keeping the reception area tidy
• Answering and forwarding phone calls
• Screening phone calls
• Sorting and distributing post
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| |  | | Secretary, Administrator | Beirut - Lebanon | Full-Time | | |
| | | Secretary/administrator Job description
A secretary or administrator provides both clerical and administrative support to professionals, either as part of a team or individually.
The role plays a vital part in the administration and smooth-running of businesses throughout industry.
Secretaries/administrators are involved with the coordination and implementation of office procedures and frequently have responsibility for specific projects and tasks and, in some cases, oversee and supervise the work of junior staff.
The role varies greatly depending on the sector, the size of the employer and levels of responsibility. Most work involves both written and oral communication, word processing and typing, and requires relevant skills such as IT, organizational and presentation skills, as well as the ability to mufti-task and work well under pressure. In some cases, secretaries/administrators are required to have high-level qualifications and/or previous experience in specialist sectors, such as law, for example.
Typical work activities
Common tasks for the majority of secretaries/administrators include word processing, audio and copy typing, letter writing, dealing with telephone and email inquiries, creating and maintaining filing systems, keeping diaries, arranging meetings and appointments and organizing travel for staff.
• devising and maintaining office systems;
• booking rooms and conference facilities;
• using content management systems to maintain and update websites and internal databases;
• attending meetings, taking minutes and keeping notes;
• managing and maintaining budgets, as well as invoicing;
• liaising with staff in other departments and with external contacts;
• ordering and maintaining stationery and equipment;
• sorting and distributing incoming post and organizing and sending outgoing post;
• liaising with colleagues and external contacts to book travel and accommodation;
• organizing and storing paperwork, documents and computer-based information;
• photocopying and printing various documents, sometimes on behalf of other colleagues. | |
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| |  | | Marketing Executive | Beirut - Lebanon | Full-Time | | |
| | | Marketing executive job description
Marketing executives aim to maximize profits through the development of sales strategies that match customer requirements.
What does a marketing executive do?
Marketing executives work closely with other employees such as advertising, market research, production, sales and distribution staff.
They are responsible for:
• analyzing and investigating price, demand and competition
• devising and presenting ideas and strategies
• promotional activities
• compiling and distributing financial and statistical information
• writing reports
• monitoring performance.
Opportunities for promotion are excellent - normally into senior marketing roles or related employment areas.
Qualifications and training required
Employers prefer graduates with a degree or postgraduate qualification in a relevant subject such as mathematics, statistics, economics, business or marketing. Some jobs, particularly those in industrial marketing, require a scientific or technical background.
Relevant paid or voluntary work experience can be beneficial. This can be gained in any commercial area which requires contact with customers or the general public. Larger employers also run vacation courses and placements which can give a useful insight into the profession.
Key skills for marketing executives
• energy
• good teamwork skills
• communication skills
• adaptability
• creativity
• commercial awareness
• numerical skills
• IT skills. | |
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| |  | | Sales Executive | Beirut - Lebanon | Full-Time | | |
| | | Sales executive job description
Sales executives promote products and services to customers and negotiate contracts with the aim of maximizing sales profits.
What does a sales executive do?
Sales executives are the key point of contact between an organization and its clients: answering queries, offering advice and introducing new products.
Their work includes:
• organizing sales visits
• demonstrating/presenting products
• establishing new business
• maintaining accurate records
• attending trade exhibitions, conferences and meetings
• reviewing sales performance
• negotiating contracts.
Promotional prospects are excellent - progression can be into senior sales roles or into related employment areas such as marketing or management.
Key skills for sales executives
• maturity
• confidence
• perseverance
• patience
• excellent interpersonal skills
• commercial awareness
• IT skills
• numerical skills
• a foreign language.
A full driving license is normally essential for all jobs. | |
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