Receptionist​/Administrative Support

At Bayer we’re visionaries, driven to solve the world’s toughest challenges and striving for a world where ‘Health for all, Hunger for none’ is no longer a dream, but a real possibility. We’re doing it with energy, curiosity, and sheer dedication, always learning from unique perspectives of those around us, expanding our thinking, growing our capabilities, and redefining ‘impossible’. There are so many reasons to join us.

But if you’re hungry to build a varied and meaningful career in a community of brilliant and diverse minds to make a real difference, there’s only one choice
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Role Purpose

// The Receptionist / Administrative Support position is designed to provide practical exposure to front office

operations, visitor management, switchboard administration, and workplace support services.

The programme offers an opportunity to gain experience in delivering professional customer service

and supporting internal business operations. Our aim is to develop a future workplace services.

professional through structured learning, mentorship, and rotational assignments that enhance

communication, administration, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

// Operate and manage the company switchboard.

// Receive, welcome, and direct visitors in a professional manner.

// Manage visitor registration and access procedures.

// Coordinate meeting room bookings and visitor arrangements.

// Handle incoming and outgoing correspondence and courier services.

// Support office administration and General Services activities.

// Maintain reception records and reports.

// Provide administrative support for events and workplace initiatives.

// Escalate facility, security, or visitor-related concerns when required.

// Ensure reception and waiting areas are maintained to a professional standard.

Key Working Relations

// General Services Team

// Security Team

// Employees and Internal Stakeholders

// Executive Assistants

// Building and office Service Provider

// External Visitors, Vendors, and Contractors

Experience, Skills and Qualifications

// Diploma In Business Administration or Equivalent

// Fluent in English

// Working Experience – 0-1 Years.

// Skills

// Strong verbal and written communication skills

// Customer-service orientation.

// Professional presentation and interpersonal skills.

// Social & intercultural skills enabling you to work in a multicultural

environment.

// Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. (Desirable not essential)

// Strong organizational and time-management skills.

// High level of integrity and attention to detail.

// Only Candidates living with Disabilities will be considered

Advertising Period:

16 July – 30 July 2026

Employment type:

Fixed Term

Location:

Waterfall, JHB, South Africa

As part of our commitment to inclusion, we want to ensure persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us at

Division:

Enabling Functions

Reference Code:

877309

Bayer welcomes applications from all individuals, regardless of race, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, union membership, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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