Front Desk & Building Security Administrator

Ministry of Justice; Manchester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Justice in Manchester is seeking an efficient Receptionist to act as the first point of contact for the Probation Service, greet visitors, and manage sign-ins and safety procedures. You will handle calls and emails, coordinate room bookings, and assist with confidential administrative tasks for probation operations.

Role involves safeguarding duties, basic finance tasks, and supporting day-to-day office logistics in a security-conscious environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as first point of contact for Probation Service and greet visitors professionally.
• Log arrivals and departures, issue visitor passes and security fobs as needed.
• Handle reception enquiries by phone and email, directing complex questions to staff.
• Manage building logistics including mail, PPE orders, stationery, and room bookings.
• Process travel payments and petty cash for probation staff and visitors.
• Support health and safety: key holder duties, CCTV monitoring, fire alarm tests, evacuations.

Job description

Ministry of Justice in Manchester is seeking an efficient Receptionist to act as the first point of contact for the Probation Service, greet visitors, and manage sign-ins and safety procedures. You will handle calls and emails, coordinate room bookings, and assist with confidential administrative tasks for probation operations.

Role involves safeguarding duties, basic finance tasks, and supporting day-to-day office logistics in a security-conscious environment.