Receptionist

Brook Street; Kings Langley; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Friendly office environment

Mon–Fri 8:00–16:30

Job summary

Brook Street in Watford is seeking a Temporary Receptionist to cover holidays. You will greet clients, handle calls, relay messages, and support admin tasks in a professional, friendly environment.

Ideal candidates will have front-of-house or customer service experience, excellent communication, and strong organisational skills. Immediate start and Monday–Friday hours from 8:00am to 4:30pm.

Qualifications

• Previous reception/front-of-house or customer service experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional telephone manner.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently.
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Greeting clients and visitors in a warm and professional manner.
• Answering incoming telephone calls and transferring calls to the appropriate person.
• Taking and relaying messages accurately.
• Opening, sorting, and distributing incoming post.
• Setting up meeting rooms for internal and external meetings.
• Ensuring the reception area remains tidy and welcoming.
• Providing general administrative support as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Reliability

Independent working

Tools

Microsoft Office

Outlook

Job description

Temporary Receptionist - Holiday Cover

Watford | £13.50 per hour | 8:00am - 4:30pm | Temporary Assignment

I am currently working on behalf of my client to recruit a Temporary Receptionist to provide holiday cover. This is a fantastic opportunity for a friendly, professional, and organised individual who enjoys being the first point of contact for visitors and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Greeting clients and visitors in a warm and professional manner
• Answering incoming telephone calls and transferring calls to the appropriate person
• Taking and relaying messages accurately
• Opening, sorting, and distributing incoming post
• Setting up meeting rooms for internal and external meetings
• Ensuring the reception area remains tidy and welcoming
• Providing general administrative support as required

About You

• Previous reception, front-of-house, or customer service experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Professional and confident telephone manner
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently
• Comfortable using Microsoft Office and Outlook

What's on Offer

• £13.50 per hour
• Monday to Friday, 8:00am to 4:30pm
• Friendly and professional office environment
• Immediate start available

Based in Watford.