Cover Receptionist

LAH Property Marketing; Watford; On-site; 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 is seeking a Front of House Receptionist for flexible zero-hours cover in Watford and surrounding areas. The role focuses on welcoming clients and tenants, managing visitors, and ensuring smooth day-to-day reception operations.

The position requires a professional, presentable presence, strong communication, and the ability to adapt to varying shifts. You will support building management tasks and basic admin duties as needed.

Qualifications

• Front of house/reception experience preferred.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.
• Calm under pressure with a flexible attitude.
• Confident with PC software and basic social media tasks.
• Professional presentation and welcoming demeanor.

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.
• 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.
• Prioritise building security.
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• 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

Reception skills

Customer service

Communication

Flexibility

Team player

PC literacy

Calm under pressure

Immaculate presentation

Social media competent

Job description

Cover Receptionist

Department: Temporary Cover Receptionist

Employment Type: Zero Hours

Location: Watford

Compensation: £12.90 - £14.24 / hour

Description

Cover Receptionist

Location: Watford/Kings Langley/ St Albans

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