Receptionist

Adecco; Coventry; On-site; GBP 1,240,000 - 1,515,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Receptionist to cover a two-week period in Coventry. The role runs Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm, with an immediate start and a focus on welcoming visitors, managing calls, emails, and basic admin tasks.

The position is temporary and office-based, supporting smooth daily operations. The ideal candidate will have strong communication and organisational skills, experience in receptionist or similar roles, and proficiency with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Experience in receptionist or similar role preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication.
• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Proactive approach to visitor satisfaction.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and related software.

Responsibilities

• Greet and welcome visitors, ensuring they feel valued.
• Manage incoming calls and direct inquiries to the right departments.
• Respond to emails and phone communications.
• Keep the reception area tidy and well-presented.
• Assist with general administrative tasks as needed.
• Handle mail, packages and deliveries with care.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Multitasking

Customer service

MS Office

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Receptionist (2 weeks cover)

Coventry

Monday to Friday

9:00am to 5:30pm

Temporary

Must be available to start immediately and consistently support operations for the duration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and welcome visitors with a warm smile, ensuring they feel valued and comfortable.
• Manage incoming calls with professionalism, directing inquiries to the appropriate departments.
• Responding to communications via email and phone.
• Maintain a tidy and organised reception area, reflecting the organisation's high standards.
• Assist with administrative tasks as required, contributing to the overall efficiency of the office.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries with care.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Previous experience in a receptionist or similar role is preferred.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with a friendly and approachable demeanour.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• A proactive attitude and a willingness to go the extra mile to ensure visitor satisfaction.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications.

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.

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.