Receptionist

Confidential; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in Bedfordshire is seeking a temporary receptionist to join the team on a short-term basis. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and clients, ensuring smooth front desk operations and a welcoming atmosphere.

Responsibilities include opening/closing the reception, greeting guests, coordinating meeting rooms, handling post and stationery, and supporting events and facilities teams with ad hoc tasks. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and internet research.
• Strong teamwork while able to work independently.
• Attention to detail with high standards of work.
• Reliable and punctual with a full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Open and close reception and maintain front-of-house presentation.
• Greet visitors, answer phones, and manage reception emails.
• Coordinate meeting rooms, bookings, setup, signage, and refreshments.
• Sort and distribute post and manage stationery.
• Liaise with facilities and suppliers to support office operations.
• Provide admin support to events and facilities teams with ad hoc tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Team player / independent

Attention to detail

Punctual and reliable

UK driving licence

Tools

Microsoft Office

Internet research

Job description

Temporary Receptionist

Location: Bedfordshire

Job Description:

Our client is seeking a receptionist to join their team on a short term temporary basis. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys being the first point of contact for visitors and clients. As a Receptionist, you will be responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the reception area and providing exceptional service to all visitors.

Responsibilities:
- Open and close reception, ensuring the front-of-house area is well presented.
- Greet visitors, answer phones, and manage reception email inboxes.
- Coordinate meeting rooms, including bookings, set-up, signage, and refreshments.
- Sort and distribute post, and manage stationery and office supplies.
- Liaise with facilities and suppliers to support the smooth running of the office.
- Provide administrative support to the events and facilities teams, assisting with ad hoc tasks as required.

Skills and experience:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a professional approach.
- Highly organised, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities.
- Confident using Microsoft Office and conducting internet research.
- Strong team player with the ability to work independently and use initiative.
- Excellent attention to detail with high standards of work.
- Reliable, punctual, resourceful, and helpful, with a full UK driving licence.