Administrator Reception

Reed Specialist Recruitment; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave plus bank and BH

Pension scheme

Cycle to Work scheme

Employee discounts

Company sick pay

Birthday day off

Job summary

Reed Specialist Recruitment is partnering with a well-established professional services organisation in Didcot to recruit a Receptionist. The role combines reception, administration and facilities support, with you as the first point of contact for clients.

You will maintain a welcoming environment and support day-to-day office operations. The position runs Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, and offers a full-time permanent contract with a salary of £24,479 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in a receptionist, administration or customer service role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional and confident when dealing with clients and visitors.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple tasks and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls professionally and efficiently.
• Welcome clients and visitors, ensuring a positive first impression; manage sign-in procedures.
• Maintain reception, meeting rooms and client waiting areas to a high standard.
• Handle incoming/outgoing post, deliveries and DX; collect/deliver DX from local depot.
• Provide administrative support and assist with archiving and document management.
• Coordinate repairs and maintenance requests and monitor stationery supplies.

Skills

Reception experience

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Discretion

Job description

Receptionist

Didcot | £24,479 per annum | Full Time, Permanent

Reed are partnering with a well-established professional services organisation in Didcot to recruit a Receptionist. This is an excellent opportunity for a personable and organised individual who enjoys working in a client-facing environment and thrives in a varied role combining reception, administration, and facilities support responsibilities.

Working Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:00pm, you will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the office.

Key Responsibilities

Reception

• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls professionally and efficiently.
• Welcome clients and visitors, ensuring a positive first impression.
• Manage visitor sign-in procedures.
• Maintain reception, meeting rooms, and client waiting areas to a high standard.
• Handle incoming and outgoing post, DX, and deliveries.
• Collect and deliver DX from the local depot.
• Receive office supplies and deliveries.

Administration

• Carry out client identification checks.
• Accept payments and issue receipts.
• Log and retrieve deeds and important documents.
• Support with photocopying, scanning, filing, and general administration.
• Assist with archiving files and document management.
• Provide administrative support to colleagues across the business.

Facilities

• Coordinate repairs and maintenance requests.
• Monitor and order stationery supplies.
• Ensure kitchen supplies are regularly replenished.
• Maintain first aid kits and health and safety records.
• Support the overall presentation and smooth running of the office.

About You

• Previous experience in a reception, administration, or customer service role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A professional and confident approach when dealing with clients and visitors.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively.
• Comfortable learning new systems and processes.
• Reliable, adaptable, and willing to support colleagues when required.
• Able to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Professional presentation and a positive, proactive attitude.

Benefits

• Salary of £24,479 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Company sick pay scheme
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee discounts
• Friendly and supportive working environment