Part-Time Afternoon Reception & Admin Assistant

CamWebDir; Cambridge; Remote; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Cambridge is seeking an friendly and organised afternoon Receptionist to join our busy research institute. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, answer enquiries, and provide essential administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The role runs 12:45 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday (21.25 hours per week) and is permanent and part-time. Candidates should have excellent communication, IT skills, and a proactive, courteous approach in a busy academic

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service skills and friendly attitude.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask and work calmly under pressure.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Good IT and general computing skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide reception cover and greet visitors.
• Handle phone and email enquiries with professionalism.
• Support a range of administrative tasks to keep the institute running smoothly.
• Work as part of a friendly professional services team.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

University of Cambridge is seeking an friendly and organised afternoon Receptionist to join our busy research institute. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, answer enquiries, and provide essential administrative support to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

The role runs 12:45 pm to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday (21.25 hours per week) and is permanent and part-time. Candidates should have excellent communication, IT skills, and a proactive, courteous approach in a busy academic