Receptionist with strong Swedish language skills - Helsingin yliopiston kiinteistöpalvelut Oy - Helsinki, Finland
Receptionist
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Job Description
Helsingin yliopiston kiinteistöpalvelut Oy (HY247) is a multidisciplinary community of approximately 300 employees providing top-quality property services to university members. We work with dedication to enable successful studying and working at the University of Helsinki campuses. We are looking for a Swedish-speaking receptionist for a permanent position. The work is primarily located at the University of Helsinki's city campus, with Swedish as the main language used at the site. The role may also include work at other campuses (Kumpula, Meilahti, and Viikki). Working hours are mainly weekdays between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m., with occasional weekend shifts. In your role, you will ensure that events run smoothly and that clients have a positive service experience. In addition to reception duties, your tasks may include security monitoring, arranging rooms, managing AV equipment, handling mail, and conducting security walks. We offer: - An inspiring and varied work environment - Professional and friendly colleagues - Diverse tasks - Opportunities to grow and develop in your role - A work community supported by multidisciplinary experts across different fields - Comprehensive occupational health services We expect from you: - Good communication skills and problem-solving ability - Teamwork skills - Experience in customer service - Fluent skills in Swedish, Finnish, and English; additional languages are an advantage. The official working languages at the University of Helsinki are Finnish, Swedish, and English. - Good digital skills - comfortable working in digital environments and quick to adopt new tools and systems. - Enthusiasm for learning new things and a desire to be part of a developing organization. A security guard card is an advantage. If you do not have one, we require commitment to employer-organized training and readiness to act as a security guard as part of the reception service. The training will be arranged later. The job requires good physical condition. Before employment, you must pass a FMS test conducted by occupational health services, measuring mobility and balance. The salary for the position is determined according to HY247's collective agreement. The job's complexity level is 5, with a starting salary of €2,347.47. The final salary will depend on training and work experience. The position has a six-month probation period. Please submit your application and CV by May 31, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. Interviews may begin before the deadline. Start date is September 1 or as agreed. For more information about the position, contact Service Manager Mika Hanninen at p. 0504654298 or mika.hanninen@helsinki.fi
Company Information
Helsingin yliopiston kiinteistöpalvelutOy
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Responsibilities
- Ensure smooth event execution and positive customer experience
- Reception duties, security monitoring, room arrangement, AV management, mail handling, security walks
Requirements
- Good communication skills and problem-solving ability
- Teamwork skills
- Experience in customer service
- Fluent skills in Swedish, Finnish, and English; additional languages are an advantage
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
None required
Salary Details
Starting salary 2347.47 € according to HY247's collective agreement, level 5, final salary depends on training and experience.