12 month Temporary Receptionist

C&C Search Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end recruitment agency is looking for a polished Front of House Receptionist for a 12-month temporary role in Mayfair. You will provide exceptional client service and administrative support in a professional office environment. Ideal candidates have prior reception experience, strong communication skills, and a keen attention to detail. This role is fully office-based, Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Immediately available or on short notice.
• Previous experience as a receptionist, front-of-house, or administrative role.
• Calm, polished, and professional demeanour.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist clients, visitors, and staff promptly.
• Schedule and organise meetings, including room bookings.
• Maintain a pristine reception area and support with administrative projects.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Multitasking

Organizational abilities

Attention to detail

Customer service excellence

Job description

Overview

C&C Search is recruiting a polished, professional Front of House Receptionist for a 12 month temporary assignment to join a high-end, dynamic firm based in Mayfair. This is an exciting opportunity to be the face of a well-respected organisation, providing exceptional client service and high-level administrative support. The company offers a warm and welcoming culture with strong values, and the role is fully office-based in a beautifully maintained environment.

Position

Front of House Receptionist

Salary: Competitive, depending on experience

Fully office-based (Monday to Friday, 8:00am – 5:30pm)

What they do: Financial Services

Please note this is a 12 month temporary assignment

Company culture

This company is known for its impeccable client service and elegant office culture. With a strong focus on professionalism, discretion, and hospitality, they pride themselves on providing a 5-star experience for both clients and staff. You’ll be joining a friendly and supportive team who value attention to detail and a proactive attitude. They offer stability, structure, and recognition in a role that truly matters to the wider business.

Key responsibilities

• Greet and assist clients, visitors, and staff promptly and professionally
• Create a welcoming and polished first impression at all times
• Offer refreshments and manage the visitor booking system
• Answer incoming calls, take clear messages, and ensure timely responses
• Schedule and organise meetings, including room bookings and catering arrangements
• Maintain a pristine reception area, boardrooms, and kitchen spaces
• Coordinate room setups to support daily schedules and meetings
• Handle courier bookings and ensure timely delivery and collection
• Support with ad hoc administrative projects

Background and experience

• Immediately available or on short notice
• Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house, or administrative role
• Impeccable interpersonal and communication skills
• Strong multitasking and organisational abilities
• A calm, polished, and professional demeanour
• High attention to detail and customer service excellence

Who is taking care of the client and candidate applications for this position?

Sophie Siamaki

For this role C&C Search is acting as an employment agency.

Diversity, equity and inclusion are at the core of who we are and how we operate. Our commitment to these values is unwavering across all our work in recruitment, and in our training and development programmes. C&C Search fosters a culture of inclusion and belonging and has a deep commitment to being part of creating a fairer society through partnering with clients who are also committed to a seat at the table for everybody. We work with companies that are committed to reflecting our communities, where people can bring their authentic selves to work. We know that having varied perspectives helps generate better ideas, better businesses and better societies. There is much to be done, but together we can achieve equality for all.