Receptionist

Confidential; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Adecco is seeking a Temporary Receptionist to cover a two-week assignment at a Coventry site. The role runs Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 5:30pm, with an immediate start and a focus on delivering a warm, professional welcome to visitors.

You will greet guests, handle incoming calls and emails, direct inquiries, and support general office administration while keeping the reception area tidy and compliant with the organisation's standards.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in receptionist or similar role
• Exceptional communication skills, verbal and written
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise
• Proactive attitude and willingness to go the extra mile for visitor satisfaction
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other relevant software applications

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.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisation

Proactive attitude

MS Office

Tools

MS 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.

Are you a friendly and professional individual with a knack for creating a welcoming atmosphere? Our client, a leading organisation, is seeking a Temporary Receptionist to be the vibrant face of their site in Coventry. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and enjoys interacting with people from all walks of life.

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.

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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