Receptionist

Want to be the welcoming face and the organizational backbone of a dynamic workplace? Start your career with purpose as a Receptionist in our Dubai office. Here at Buro Happold, expect the exceptional. From the projects you will work on to the clients we work with. From career-defining opportunities to an inclusive and diverse practice where we all contribute to a more equitable world. From our reputation to our relationships. Wherever your Buro Happold career takes you, it’ll be anything but ordinary. Your next role Buro Happold has a clear strategic plan, strong learning culture and entrepreneurial mindset that will allow you to thrive. You’ll be part of something bigger than us all where sustainability, equity, social and performance outcomes matter. All of Buro Happold is committed to doing the right thing, even when that’s the hardest thing. This is a genuine opportunity to make impact - and leave real legacy. Your key duties As a Receptionist, you’ll be at the heart of our operations, ensuring everything runs seamlessly day-to-day. Greet and assist visitors, clients, and staff with professionalism and warmth. • Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence. • Coordinate meeting room bookings and support event logistics. • Maintain office supplies and liaise with vendors for procurement and services. • Support administrative tasks including document preparation, filing, and data entry. • Assist with travel arrangements and expense processing. • Ensure the front office and common areas are tidy, welcoming, and well-stocked. • Collaborate with HR and Facilities teams on onboarding and office initiatives. • Uphold confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion. Your Skills And Experience • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset. • Highly organized with attention to detail and a proactive attitude. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). • Experience in administrative or front office roles preferred. • Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment. • Professional appearance and demeanor. • Fluent in English and Arabic What We Offer You • Bring your knowledge and expertise to one of the world’s most respected consultancies. • Hybrid working arrangements • Attractive salary and benefits package • A strong commitment to your continuous development. Whatever stage in your career, we have a learning and development programme that will enable and empower you • Entitlement to two memberships to professional bodies or subscriptions • An international culture that wherever your career takes you at Buro Happold, you won’t be far from the exceptional. At Buro Happold, everyone else’s extraordinary is just our everyday. Apply today and be a part of our legacy. A place for everyone Buro Happold values individual's flexible approaches to working patterns as an important part of the way you work and achieve balance. We welcome applications from those who are seeking flexibility in their careers. Our exceptional portfolio of projects is the result of the diversity of thought, identities, backgrounds and experiences that shape us. Appreciating each other’s differences is key, we want employees to feel they don’t have to mask elements of their identity to thrive. We are working to change the lack of representation of marginalised groups in the built environment and are particularly keen to hear from anyone who feels they are underrepresented in the industry. We have much to learn from one another. Embracing difference allows us to develop the most innovative and elegant solutions. Please let us know if there are any adjustments, we could make to the application process to make it easier and more comfortable for you. Contact [email protected] so we can work with you to support you throughout your application. Show more Show less

Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a customer-focused mindset. Highly organized with attention to detail and a proactive attitude. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint). Experience in administrative or front office roles preferred. Ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment. Professional appearance and demeanor. Fluent in English and Arabic

Greet and assist visitors, clients, and staff with professionalism and warmth. Manage incoming calls, emails, and correspondence. Coordinate meeting room bookings and support event logistics. Maintain office supplies and liaise with vendors for procurement and services. Support administrative tasks including document preparation, filing, and data entry. Assist with travel arrangements and expense processing. Ensure the front office and common areas are tidy, welcoming, and well-stocked. Collaborate with HR and Facilities teams on onboarding and office initiatives. Uphold confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.