Receptionist

Civic Recruitment Limited; Ruthin; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Civic Recruitment Limited is seeking a Receptionist for a 1-month contract with a local authority in Ruthin. You will provide front-of-house, clerical and administrative support, ensuring a professional and efficient service for visitors, customers and staff.

Key duties include greeting, answering enquiries, maintaining records, arranging meetings and travel, and supporting the wider administrative team. GCSE Maths/English desirable; experience in Local Government is a plus.

Qualifications

• Previous reception, customer service or administrative experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Experience maintaining records and databases.
• Professional and courteous approach.
• Experience dealing with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Undertake reception and greeting duties.
• Answer telephone and face-to-face enquiries.
• Provide clerical and administrative support.
• Photocopy, file, email and complete routine documentation.
• Maintain manual and electronic records.
• Carry out word processing and data entry tasks.
• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Organise meetings, room bookings and travel arrangements.
• Assist with stationery stock control and office supplies.
• Attend meetings when required.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Support the wider administrative team as required.

Skills

Reception experience

Customer service

Administrative experience

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

IT skills (MS Office)

Numeracy and literacy

Records/databases experience

Teamwork

Prioritisation & deadlines

Education

GCSE Maths & English or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

• Country United Kingdom
• Postal Code LL15

About Us

At Civic Recruitment and Limited, we know that individuals are more than just fixed expenses; they are the cornerstone of every thriving organisation. That's why we are passionate about transforming recruitment in the public and private sectors.

In the modern job market, organisations in both public and private sectors face significant workforce challenges. Public sector entities, such as local councils and central government departments, often struggle with lengthy recruitment processes, limited access to qualified candidates, and stringent budgetary and regulatory constraints. Private sector businesses, on the other hand, encounter high turnover rates, difficulties managing a mix of permanent and temporary staff, and challenges in sourcing specialised talent for niche industries. These sector-specific obstacles, coupled with the universal complexities of payroll management, create a pressing need for efficient workforce solutions.

Civic Recruitment Limited addresses these challenges with innovative recruitment and payroll solutions tailored for diverse organisational needs. Recognising the critical hurdles organisations face, the company leverages its expertise to streamline processes, reduce recruitment times, and alleviate administrative burdens. With an extensive database of over 1 million pre-screened candidates, Civic Recruitment Limited is well-positioned to cater to the specific needs of both public and private sectors.

Job Description

1 Month Contract with a Local Authority

Job Purpose

As a Receptionist , you will provide front-of-house, reception, clerical and administrative support, ensuring visitors, customers and staff receive a professional and efficient service while supporting the day-to-day operation of the office.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Undertake reception and greeting duties.


• Answer telephone and face-to-face enquiries.


• Provide clerical and administrative support.


• Photocopy, file, email and complete routine documentation.


• Maintain manual and electronic records.


• Carry out word processing and data entry tasks.


• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.


• Organise meetings, room bookings and travel arrangements.


• Assist with stationery stock control and office supplies.


• Attend meetings when required.


• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.


• Support the wider administrative team as required.

Essential Experience Required

• Previous Reception, Customer Service or Administrative experience.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.


• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.


• Good numeracy and literacy skills.


• Experience maintaining records and databases.


• Ability to work as part of a team.


• Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.


• Professional and courteous approach.


• Experience dealing with confidential information.

Additional Information to Note

• Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1YN.


• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) desirable.


• Experience within Local Government desirable.


• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.