• Take your next career step in a purposeful organisation
• Supportive team environment
• Based in Sydney’s vibrant inner-west

About Us

The Catholic Archdiocese of Sydney (Archdiocese) is the spiritual and administrative centre of the Catholic Church in Sydney, serving a diverse and vibrant community of more than 600,000 Catholics across its parishes, schools and ministries.

The Archdiocese works in close partnership with clergy, religious and lay staff to build a culture of welcome, respect and service that reflects the values of the Catholic faith.

The administrative office of the Archdiocese, the Chancery, is based at St Marthas, Leichhardt, and the Office Services Team is charged with ensuring the office runs smoothly and that front-desk services are provided in a professional, efficient and welcoming manner.

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Receptionist to join our team to support the smooth operations of St Marthas.

About the Role

Reporting to the Office Services Manager and as the initial contact point for the organisation, you will be a warm and welcoming face for visitors, including clergy, parish representatives, contractors and the broader community.

As well as greeting and directing visitors, you will among other responsibilities, answer and direct telephone calls and manage reception enquiries in a professional and courteous manner; ensure the reception is kept tidy; issue visitor passes; assist with meeting room bookings and set-up and with parking bookings; process incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries;  maintain up-to-date contact lists and staff directories; and organise St Marthas celebrant mass roster.

As a team-player and with a flexible approach to work, you will assist colleagues and other departments with general administrative support as needed, including supporting internal events and activities from time to time.

The role is a permanent, full-time position currently based at St Marthas, Leichhardt.

About You

You will have relevant experience as a receptionist or in an office support role, a professional manner and presentation, strong interpersonal skills and ability to juggle multiple priorities; and you will have a commitment to delivering high-quality service in support of the Archdiocese’s pastoral, administrative and operational responsibilities.

Specifically, as the ideal candidate for this role, you will meet the following Key Requirements:

• Previous experience in a receptionist, customer service or administration role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Proactive approach and commitment to providing professional and courteous service and to doing whatever is necessary to ensure deadlines are met
• Ability to act with discretion and to maintain complete confidentiality
• Understanding of, and respect for, the ethos and values of the Catholic Church.

Enquiries and Application Process

For a confidential discussion, and to obtain a copy of the Position Description and instructions on how to apply, please contact Nevine Piperides at Reach HR on 0418 698 327 or [email protected].

Applications close Monday, 6 October, 2025, however, interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as the position may be filled if a suitable candidate is identified before the closing date.

What’s on Offer?

• An attractive salary based on experience
• An opportunity to build your career within a large, for-purpose organisation
• Additional paid and unpaid leave options, including extra paid time off between Christmas and New Year’s
• Professional development opportunities and study support subject to certain conditions
• Free access to a custom-built, on-site gym
• Subsidised meals and coffee.

Additional Requirements

Preferred candidates must have relevant employment check clearances.

The Archdiocese is wholly committed to ensuring the safety, well-being and dignity of all children and adults at risk, and acknowledges its important legal, moral and spiritual responsibility to create a safe and nurturing environment for those children and adults at risk. The Archdiocese has a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse.

Additionally, the Archdiocese is committed to continuous improvement to assess and address the risk of modern slavery in its operations and supply chains and to report annually on these actions in the form of a Modern Slavery Statement.