Receptionists (general) receive and welcome visitors, clients, or guests and respond to enquiries and requests including arranging for appointments.
Skill level:
Semi-skilled
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- Salary range for the majority of workers in Receptionists (general) - from $4,679 to $7,196 per month - 2025.
- A Receptionists (general) typically earns between $4,679 and $5,997 gross per month at the start of the job.
- After 5 years of service, this is between $4,819 and $6,290 per month for a working week of 38 hours.
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- A Receptionist in Australian Capital Territory in professional, scientific and technical activities earned minimum $50,000.00 and maximum $65,000.00 per year in 2022.
- A Receptionist in New South Wales in professional, scientific and technical activities earned minimum $45,000.00 and maximum $65,000.00 per year in 2022.
- A Receptionist in Northern Territory in professional, scientific and technical activities earned minimum $45,000.00 and maximum $60,000.00 per year in 2022.
Job Responsibilities
- Receiving and welcoming visitors, guests or clients
- Making appointments for clients
- Dealing with telephone requests for information or appointments
- Directing clients to appropriate location or person
- Supplying information pamphlets, brochures or forms
