Lab Receptionist – Immediate Start, Temp-to-Perm

Harper Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Lab Receptionist in Nottingham. This is an excellent entry-level position suited for candidates with a scientific background or those looking to enter the industry. Responsibilities include managing samples, general office work, and client communication. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in office support, excellent attention to detail, and good communication skills. The role offers an attractive temporary to permanent opportunity with free parking.

Benefits

Free parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in office support, data entry, admin, or customer service.
• Strong attention to detail is paramount.
• Excellent communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Receiving, documenting, and preparing incoming samples.
• General office work including scanning, filing, and archiving.
• Liaising with clients via email.
• Entering accurate notes and reports onto the database.
• Assisting the office team with matching request forms with slides.
• Performing weekly tasks including disposing of medical waste.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar role

Strong attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Good understanding of Microsoft Office

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Job description

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Lab Receptionist in Nottingham. This is an excellent entry-level position suited for candidates with a scientific background or those looking to enter the industry. Responsibilities include managing samples, general office work, and client communication. Ideal candidates should have prior experience in office support, excellent attention to detail, and good communication skills. The role offers an attractive temporary to permanent opportunity with free parking.