Reception & Business Administrator

Job Details: Reception & Business Administrator The below information outlines the role title, location and details of our vacancy. Please review and select "apply" to formalise your interest. You may also pass the details of this role onto another person by using the "Nominate Someone" button. Vacancy Name Vacancy Name Reception & Business Administrator Vacancy No Vacancy No VN137 Description Description We are seeking a highly professional, service-oriented Business Support Administrator to join our Sydney team. This receptionist role is central to the smooth daily operations of our office and is the first point of contact for visitors, clients, and staff. As the face of New Forests’ Sydney office, the ideal candidate will bring strong self-agency, a polished presence, and a warm, hospitality-focused approach. This is a high-visibility position requiring proactive thinking, sound judgment, and a passion for creating a welcoming and professional environment. The role also provides critical administrative support across the business and offers the opportunity to contribute to a wide variety of internal initiatives About New Forests About New Forests New Forests (www.newforests.com ) is a global investment manager of nature-based real assets and natural capital strategies, managing sustainable timber plantations, agriculture, carbon projects, conservation areas, and timber processing infrastructure. With sustainability at the core of our investment philosophy, we are committed to generating shared value for our clients and the communities where we operate. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibilities • Manage reception duties with poise and efficiency greeting guests, coordinating meeting rooms, and maintaining a tidy, professional front-of-house presence. • Provide high quality administrative support to various departments, including scheduling, document formatting, travel coordination, expenses, processing invoices and event planning. • Support internal engagement activities such as catering coordination, and visitor hosting with a concierge-level service mindset. • Maintain office supplies, vendor relationships, and facility operations to ensure a well-functioning work environment. • Assist with onboarding and orientation activities for new hires to ensure a smooth introduction to the business. • Liaise with stakeholders across levels of the organisation with a high degree of professionalism and discretion. Qualifications, Experience and Strengths Qualifications, Experience and Strengths • Energetic, polished, and highly self-motivated able to anticipate needs and take ownership of tasks. • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, professional environment with multiple demands. • Experience in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with calendar management and travel coordination is a plus. • Previous experience in business administration and front office is highly desirable. How to Apply How to Apply We pride ourselves on having a supportive New Forests culture that is inclusive to all and we would love to learn how you can bring your unique skills and experience to our business. If you have experience in any of these areas, we encourage you to apply for our roles, even if you only meet some of the criteria. To apply, please provide your resume in PDF format. Phone calls will not be accepted however you may contact us through email: careers@newforests.com . New Forests is a Certified B Corp and an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity and inclusion. We offer flexible working arrangements to all employees to support their work/life balance. #J-18808-Ljbffr