Cover Receptionist

Lah Property Marketing Ltd; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Referral programme

Wellness scheme

Company events

LAH training Academy

Job summary

Lah Property Marketing Ltd in Reading is seeking a flexible Front of House Receptionist to cover temporary shifts on a zero-hours basis. You will welcome visitors, manage deliveries, and assist with general admin while supporting building management across multiple sites.

The role requires a positive, proactive attitude, impeccable presentation and excellent communication skills. Training and company events are provided.

Qualifications

• Must have a friendly, professional demeanor and be customer focused.
• Able to greet visitors and manage a reception area with confidence.
• Strong communication skills and presentable appearance required.

Responsibilities

• Provide seamless temporary reception cover at the front desk.
• Greet and assist visitors and tenants in a professional manner.
• Manage couriers, post, and deliveries and handle basic admin tasks.
• Submit site activity reports as required.
• Support building management and contractors as needed.

Skills

Positive attitude

Flexibility

Calm under pressure

Customer service

Immaculate presentation

Communication skills

PC literate

Learning new software

Job description

Cover Receptionist

Department: Temporary Cover Receptionist

Employment Type: Zero Hours

Location: Reading

Compensation: £12.90 - £14.24 / hour

Description

Cover Receptionist

Location: Reading/Didcot/Maidenhead/High Wycombe

Salary: £14.24 per hour (including holiday)

Are you looking for a dynamic and flexible role that allows you to showcase your exceptional reception skills? Look no further! We are currently seeking a Front of House Reception - Cover Representative to join our team.

As a Front of House Reception - Cover Representative, you will play a crucial role in providing professional and flexible reception cover when our permanent representatives are absent. Your positive attitude, flexibility, and can-do spirit will create a seamless and welcoming environment for our clients and tenants.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide seamless temporary reception cover, taking ownership of the reception area and meeting clients' and tenants' expectations
• Be the welcoming face of the building for the day by greeting and managing visitors in a friendly and professional manner
• Represent key stakeholders with a knowledgeable and positive approach
• Effectively manage couriers, post, and all deliveries
• Conduct general administration tasks
• Submit weekly reports on site activity as required

Building Management

• Develop effective relationships with clients, agents, and contractors
• Ensure the reception area is impeccably presented at all times
• Maintain pristine vacant spaces available for viewing
• Collaborate with property and facilities managers to ensure contractors carry out their duties effectively
• Report and manage issues through the correct processes
• Prioritize building security
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving

Additional Tenant Experience

• Read the local amenities file in the site notes to understand the area you are stationed
• Be aware of the site's added value/promotional events and be prepared to support as required

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• Positive attitude and a can-do spirit
• Flexibility and adaptability with a strong team spirit
• Calm under pressure
• Understanding of excellent customer service delivery
• Immaculate presentation and engaging demeanour
• Proactive with excellent communication skills
• PC literate with the ability to learn new software and be socially media competent
• Additional knowledge in building/facilities management is advantageous

Benefits

• Referral programme
• Wellness scheme, including a 24-hour confidential helpline
• Company events
• LAH training Academy