Head Office Receptionist & Admin Coordinator

Harriscareers; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual loyalty bonus

Pension scheme (Teacher/Local Govt)

26 days annual leave

Wellbeing Cash Plan

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Discounts on shopping/travel

20% off Tapi Carpets

ICT and season ticket loans

Job summary

The Harris Federation Head Office is seeking a receptionist to handle front desk duties and related administrative tasks within the CEO's team. You will welcome visitors, answer calls, manage the reception and meeting rooms, and support office operations to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication, ICT skills (Word/Excel), and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Greeting visitors to Head Office in a professional manner and ensuring safety compliance.
• Directing calls and handling enquiries with clear communication.
• Maintaining a tidy, presentable reception area and meeting rooms.
• Supporting Office Manager with maintenance tasks including fire drills and services.
• Organising refreshments for meetings and events and managing mail and parcels.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet visitors to Head Office in a professional manner.
• Operate the telephone switchboard and respond to enquiries promptly.
• Maintain tidy reception area and meeting rooms and report issues.
• Assist with office maintenance tasks and coordinating servicing.
• Organise refreshments and manage mail, couriers, and supplies.

Skills

Greeting visitors

Customer service

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

MIS

Job description

The Harris Federation Head Office is seeking a receptionist to handle front desk duties and related administrative tasks within the CEO's team. You will welcome visitors, answer calls, manage the reception and meeting rooms, and support office operations to ensure smooth day-to-day functioning.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong communication, ICT skills (Word/Excel), and the ability to multitask in a dynamic environment.