Lead Receptionist/FC at JLL

Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

05 Oct, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Team Management, Communication, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Scheduling Software, Office Management, Budget Management, Vendor Negotiation, Organizational Skills, Multitasking, Emotional Intelligence, Conflict Resolution, Mentoring, Staff Development, Change Management

Industry

Real Estate

Description

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. About JLL We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 92,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people and our communities. Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally. Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together. Role We are seeking an experienced, dynamic professional to lead our front desk operations and serve as the senior point of contact for clients and visitors. This leadership role requires someone with proven supervisory experience who can mentor junior staff while delivering exceptional customer service. Key Responsibilities Team Leadership & Training Supervise and mentor reception team members Conduct training sessions on customer service standards and procedures Create work schedules and manage coverage requirements Evaluate team performance and provide coaching Advanced Front Desk Operations Oversee visitor management systems and security protocols Handle escalated customer service issues and complaints Manage VIP and executive-level visitor experiences Coordinate with building management on operational improvements Meeting & Event Coordination Oversee complex conference room scheduling and event planning Manage large-scale meeting setups and catering coordination Liaise with external vendors and service providers Ensure seamless execution of corporate events and functions Administrative Leadership Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) Manage reception budget and vendor relationships Generate reports on visitor metrics and service performance Coordinate with IT, facilities, and security teams on projects Quality Assurance Monitor service delivery standards across all reception functions Implement process improvements and efficiency measures Conduct regular audits of reception areas and procedures Ensure compliance with company policies and security requirements Requirements Experience: Minimum 5-7 years progressive experience in reception, hospitality, or customer service roles with 2+ years in supervisory capacity Skills: Proven leadership and team management abilities Advanced communication and presentation skills Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities Proficiency in scheduling software and office management systems Budget management and vendor negotiation experience Exceptional organizational and multitasking abilities Competencies: Strategic thinking and process improvement mindset Emotional intelligence and conflict resolution expertise Mentoring and staff development skills Executive-level relationship management Change management and adaptability Lead our reception team in delivering world-class service while driving operational excellence and team development. Location: On-site –Riyadh, SAU If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table! JLL Privacy Notice Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), together with its subsidiaries and affiliates, is a leading global provider of real estate and investment management services. We take our responsibility to protect the personal information provided to us seriously. Generally the personal information we collect from you are for the purposes of processing in connection with JLL’s recruitment process. We endeavour to keep your personal information secure with appropriate level of security and keep for as long as we need it for legitimate business or legal reasons. We will then delete it safely and securely. For more information about how JLL processes your personal data, please view our Candidate Privacy Statement. For additional details please see our career site pages for each country. For candidates in the United States, please see a full copy of our Equal Employment Opportunity policy here. Jones Lang LaSalle (“JLL”) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process – including the online application and/or overall selection process – you may email us at accomodationrequest@am.jll.com. This email is only to request an accommodation. Please direct any other general recruiting inquiries to our Contact Us page > I want to work for JLL. Activate your Personal Job Alerts now and receive opportunities as soon as they are advertised. If you're a current JLL employee, please apply using the Internal Career Site At JLL, we give you the opportunity, knowledge and tools to own your success, because we value what makes each of us unique. We help our people thrive, grow meaningful careers and find a place where they belong. Together, we strive to be exceptional and shape a better world. For over 200 years, JLL (NYSE: JLL), a leading global commercial real estate and investment management company, has helped clients buy, build, occupy, manage and invest in a variety of commercial, industrial, hotel, residential and retail properties. A Fortune 500® company with operations in over 80 countries around the world, our employees bring the power of a global platform combined with local expertise. Driven by our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world, we help our clients, people and communities SEE A BRIGHTER WAYSM. JLL is the brand name, and a registered trademark, of Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated. For further information, visit jll.com.

Responsibilities

Lead front desk operations and serve as the senior point of contact for clients and visitors. Oversee visitor management, handle escalated customer service issues, and coordinate meeting and event logistics.