Receptionist

Adecco; City Of London; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Receptionist for a temporary position in Worthing. This is a full-time role requiring strong communication skills and excellent customer service capabilities. Key responsibilities include welcoming visitors, managing calls, and performing various administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and relevant experience, showcasing strong organisational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a professional environment and support seamless operations.

Qualifications

• Relevant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Welcome and direct visitors courteously.
• Answer and manage incoming calls via telephone or switchboard.
• Handle incoming and outgoing packages with couriers.
• Maintain visitor logs and call records; issue security passes/badges.
• Schedule and manage boardroom bookings and equipment.
• Perform general administrative tasks: typing, filing, photocopying, binding, and preparing mailers.

Skills

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Excellent customer service and interpersonal abilities

Ability to multitask, work independently, and manage time effectively

Highly organised with a commitment to confidentiality

Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title

Receptionist

Location

Cannon House, Chatsworth Road, Worthing, United Kingdom, BN11 1NA

Start Date

ASAP

End Date

2nd January 2026

Contract Type

Temporary

Hourly Rate

£13.00

Working Pattern

Full Time

About the Role

Join our team as a Receptionist for a short-term assignment! We are looking for a professional and friendly individual who can provide high-level administrative support while ensuring a seamless experience for our visitors. Your role will be crucial in maintaining smooth day-to-day operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome and direct visitors courteously.
• Answer and manage incoming calls via telephone or switchboard.
• Handle incoming and outgoing packages with couriers.
• Maintain visitor logs and call records; issue security passes/badges.
• Schedule and manage boardroom bookings and equipment.
• Perform general administrative tasks: typing, filing, photocopying, binding, and preparing mailers.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to multitask, work independently, and manage time effectively.
• Highly organised with a commitment to confidentiality.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Relevant experience preferred.

If you're a proactive individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys providing exceptional service, we want to hear from you! Apply now to become our Receptionist and contribute to our team's success.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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