Receptionist / Administrative Support | Bayer
Job Title: Receptionist / Administrative Support
Company: Bayer (Enabling Functions Division)
Reference Code: 877309
Location: Waterfall, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa
Job Category: Administration / Front Office / Customer Service
Employment Type: Fixed-Term Contract
Workplace Type: On-site
Advertising Period: 16 July – 30 July 2026
Closing Date: 30 July 2026
Salary / Remuneration: Market-related corporate stipend / salary package
Position Summary
Are you a proactive, well-spoken administrative candidate looking to gain high-level corporate exposure in a supportive, globally recognized organization? Bayer is seeking a dedicated Receptionist / Administrative Support professional to join their Enabling Functions division at their Waterfall offices in Johannesburg.
This structured, fixed-term programme is designed to provide practical exposure, mentorship, and rotational assignments across front-office management, switchboard administration, and general workplace services. In this role, you will serve as the face and voice of Bayer, delivering exceptional customer service, managing visitor experiences, and supporting internal business operations. If you have a passion for office administration and top-tier stakeholder management, this is an excellent platform to build your career with a global leader.
Why Join Bayer?
Bayer is a global enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of healthcare and nutrition. By joining their team in Waterfall, JHB, you will benefit from:
Structured Development: Access mentorship, practical learning, and rotational assignments tailored to turn you into a workplace services professional.
Inclusive Work Culture: Experience a progressive corporate environment that values diversity, collaboration, and fair treatment for all employees.
Global Brand Exposure: Gain hands-on experience representing a world-leading corporate organization.
Collaborative Network: Work closely with executive assistants, security teams, general services staff, and external vendor partners.
Key Responsibilities & Duties
Switchboard & Reception Management: Operate and manage the central company switchboard efficiently, directing calls and answering queries professionally.
Visitor Hospitality & Access: Warmly receive, welcome, and direct external visitors, ensuring all registration, badging, and security access procedures are followed.
Meeting & Event Coordination: Coordinate meeting room bookings, schedule visitor arrangements, and assist with corporate events and workplace initiatives.
Correspondence & Logistics: Handle all incoming and outgoing mail, documents, and daily courier service logistics.
Administrative & Workplace Support: Assist the General Services team with administrative tasks, maintaining accurate reception records, logs, and operational reports.
Facility & Security Liaison: Ensure reception and waiting areas are kept immaculate, and escalate facility, maintenance, or security concerns promptly when required.
Qualifications & Experience Requirements
Education: Diploma in Business Administration, Office Management, or an equivalent qualification.
Experience: 0 to 1 year of practical work experience (ideal for recent graduates or early-career professionals).
Language Proficiency: Fluent in verbal and written English with strong interpersonal communication skills.
Technical Skills: Basic to intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook) is desirable.
Personal Attributes: Customer-centric attitude, high integrity, strong organizational capability, attention to detail, and professional personal presentation.
Intercultural Skills: Strong social and intercultural competencies to thrive in a diverse, multicultural corporate environment.
About Bayer & Inclusive Hiring
Bayer is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where all applicants are treated fairly without discrimination. As an equal-opportunity employer, Bayer welcomes applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background, gender, race, or physical characteristics, ensuring equal access to professional career growth.