Receptionist

Compass Group PLC; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

Compass Group UK&I Defence is hiring a Receptionist to deliver first-class service in a secure environment. The role is full-time (37.5 hours per week) and involves welcoming staff and visitors and providing essential admin support across multiple areas.

The successful candidate will excel in communication, organisation, and customer service, and be a strong team player with reliable timekeeping. A positive, professional presence is essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organisational abilities and prioritisation skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and office equipment.
• Customer service-oriented with a team-player mindset.
• Reliable and punctual with strong timekeeping.

Responsibilities

• Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all staff and visitors.
• Answering all incoming calls in a friendly manner.
• Providing administrative support across a diverse range of areas.
• Managing the ordering and distribution of office supplies.
• Ensuring the office area is always kept neat and tidy.
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Organisational skills

Team player

Timekeeping & reliability

Customer service focus

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We're currently recruiting a friendly Receptionist to provide first-class reception service for Defence on a full time basis, contracted to 37.5 hours per week. As a Receptionist, you will work in a welcoming team to ensure that all staff and visitors are greeted and dealt with in a warm and efficient manner. In return, you will have the chance to progress with a company that invests in its people, celebrates individuality, and rewards and recognises employees who go above and beyond. Could you bring your spark to Defence? Here's what you need to know before applying:

Key responsibilities

• Creating a warm and welcoming atmosphere for all staff and visitors
• Answering all incoming calls in a friendly manner
• Providing administrative support across a diverse range of areas
• Managing the ordering and distribution of office supplies
• Ensuring the office area is always kept neat and tidy
• Representing Compass Group UK&I and maintaining a positive brand image

Key skills and qualities

• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Possess fantastic organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks
• Be competent in using Microsoft Office and general office equipment
• Display passion for delivering excellent customer service
• Be an excellent team player
• Have the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships
• Demonstrate exceptional timekeeping and reliability

Part of Compass Group UK&I, ESS is the Defence, Government, and Energy services sector of Compass Group UK & Ireland. We support 250+ UK military establishments, high profile police, secure environments and government sites, along with a range of onshore and offshore facilities including platforms, drilling rigs, floatels and offices for the energy sector. We know that a friendly face makes all the difference, so we look for people who are passionate about delivering excellent customer service, at all levels, to join our teams.

Job Reference: com/#####/95831001/52128332/BU #Defence

Compass Group UK&I is committed to fostering an environment where every individual can truly be themselves at work and has equal opportunities to advance in their careers. We strive to build a culture that respects and celebrates the unique talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and abilities of all our team members. We want our colleagues to feel valued, empowered to reach their full potential, and to thrive - because diversity is our strength!