Part Time Receptionist

Confidential; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Central Plymouth location

Weekday hours (Mon-Fri)

Professional team

Benefits package

Job summary

Confidential in Plymouth is seeking a part-time Receptionist & Administrator to join a busy professional services environment. You will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, delivering a friendly, professional welcome and supporting day-to-day office operations.

This role combines reception duties with administration, data entry and basic record-keeping. You will manage the switchboard, handle emails, maintain client records, and provide support to multiple departments, all

Qualifications

• Experience in a reception/front-of-house or administrative role.
• Confident managing a busy switchboard.
• Professional, polished and personable.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and internal systems.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet clients and visitors professionally.
• Manage a busy switchboard and direct calls.
• Handle incoming emails and enquiries.
• Maintain the reception area to an exceptional standard.
• Set up new customer records and maintain accurate client information.
• Data entry and database updates.
• Process documentation and correspondence.
• Provide administrative support to various departments.
• Manage post and general office administration; ensure confidentiality.

Skills

Reception experience

Front-of-house

Administrative duties

MS Office

Data entry

Communication skills

Organised

Tools

Switchboard management

Internal systems

Job description

Part-Time Receptionist & Administrator

Location: Central Plymouth
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 2:00pm
Job Type: Permanent, Part-Time
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Be the Face of a Prestigious Plymouth Business

We are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a highly respected professional services organisation based in a stunning central Plymouth location.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Receptionist or Administrator who enjoys delivering exceptional customer service whilst also supporting the wider business with a variety of administrative duties.

Working within a corporate, professional and welcoming environment, you'll be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, helping to create a positive first impression whilst ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the reception function.

The Role

This varied role combines traditional reception responsibilities with administration and data entry duties, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a busy and diverse workload.

Duties will include:

• Meeting and greeting clients and visitors professionally
• Managing a busy switchboard and directing calls efficiently
• Handling incoming emails and enquiries
• Maintaining the reception area to an exceptional standard
• Setting up new customer records and maintaining accurate client information
• Data entry and database updates
• Processing documentation and correspondence
• Providing administrative support to various departments
• Managing post and general office administrationEnsuring confidentiality and accuracy at all times

About You

We're looking for someone who is:

• Experienced in a reception, front-of-house or administrative role
• Confident managing a busy switchboard
• Professional, polished and personable
• Comfortable welcoming clients in a corporate environment
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Accurate with data entry and administration tasks
• Possesses strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and internal systems
• Reliable, proactive and happy to support wherever needed

What's on Offer?

• A beautiful central Plymouth office location
• Monday to Friday working hours with no weekends
• Friendly, supportive and professional team
• Excellent working environment and company culture
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Stability, training and long-term opportunities within a highly regarded organisation

This is a wonderful opportunity to join a successful and reputable business that genuinely values its employees and provides a positive, welcoming place to work.

If you thrive in a client-facing role and enjoy balancing reception responsibilities with administration, we'd love to hear from you.