Receptionist

Confidential; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay

Weekday hours

On-site parking

Training provided

Future ad hoc cover

Modern office

Job summary

Confidential in Milton Keynes is seeking an experienced Receptionist for an immediate-start temporary assignment. The role involves greeting visitors, handling calls, and providing professional front-of-house support in a busy office.

The ideal candidate will have prior reception experience, strong communication skills, a confident telephone manner, and be comfortable using Microsoft Office. Hours are Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm, with onsite parking available.

Qualifications

• Immediate start is required.
• Experience in reception/front-of-house.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and telephone systems.
• Friendly, approachable and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Act as first point of contact for visitors and callers.
• Answer and direct telephone calls professionally.
• Welcome visitors, log and issue passes.
• Monitor and respond to general inbox enquiries.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post and deliveries.
• Book meeting rooms and ensure they are prepared.
• Maintain a tidy and professional reception area.
• Provide general administrative support, including filing, scanning and data entry.
• Assist with ad hoc duties to support the smooth running of the office.

Skills

Reception/front-of-house

Telephone etiquette

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Friendly attitude

Tools

Microsoft Office

Telephone systems

Job description

Role: Receptionist (Temporary)

Location: Milton Keynes
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am 5pm (40 hours per week)
Duration: Immediate start ongoing temporary assignment
Pay: £12.71 per hour

MUST BE AVAILABLE FOR AN IMMEDIATE START

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and personable Receptionist to join our client's team in Milton Keynes on a temporary basis.

We are looking for someone who is available to start work immediately, has previous reception or front-of-house experience and can confidently provide a professional and welcoming first point of contact.

Who are we?

We are supporting a well-established and professional organisation that prides itself on delivering an exceptional experience to its customers and visitors. They offer a friendly and welcoming working environment and are looking for a reliable and organised Receptionist to support their team during this busy period.

Benefits:

• £12.71 per hour
• Monday to Friday working hours
• Friendly and supportive team
• Modern office environment
• On-site parking (subject to availability)
• Training and handover provided
• Potential for future ad hoc cover

Duties of a Receptionist:

• Acting as the first point of contact for visitors and callers
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls professionally
• Welcoming visitors, managing the visitor log and issuing passes
• Monitoring and responding to general inbox enquiries
• Managing incoming and outgoing post and deliveries
• Booking meeting rooms and ensuring they are prepared
• Maintaining a tidy and professional reception area
• Providing general administrative support, including filing, scanning and data entry
• Assisting with ad hoc duties to support the smooth running of the office

What we're looking for:

• Must be available to start work immediately
• Previous experience in a Receptionist or front-of-house role
• Professional and confident telephone manner
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Office and telephone systems
• Friendly, approachable and professional attitude
• Reliable, punctual and able to commit to the required working hours
• Proactive and flexible approach to supporting the wider team

If you are an experienced Receptionist, available immediately and looking for your next temporary opportunity in Milton Keynes, we would love to hear from you!