Receptionist

BHP Chartered Accountants; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

BHP in Sheffield is seeking a friendly Receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients, visitors and colleagues. You will create a positive first impression and provide efficient administrative support to the team.

The role covers greeting visitors, managing calls, post, meeting room upkeep, diary management, office supplies, and general admin while ensuring confidentiality and a tidy reception area.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house, customer service, or administrative role.
• Experience within a professional services or office environment.
• Experience using diary management or CRM systems.

Responsibilities

• Greeting clients, visitors, and suppliers in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Managing incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries to the appropriate person or department.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post, deliveries, and courier services.
• Maintaining meeting rooms, including booking schedules and arranging refreshments when required.
• Supporting teams with general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, photocopying, and document preparation.
• Managing reception and communal areas to ensure they remain tidy and presentable.
• Assisting with diary management, visitor coordination, and office logistics.
• Ordering office supplies and monitoring stock levels.
• Maintaining confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• Providing additional administrative support to the wider business as required.

Skills

Excellent communication and Interper…

Professional and confident telephone m

Strong organisational skills and att…

Ability to prioritise tasks and manage

Positive, proactive, and team-oriented

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

We are looking for a friendly, professional, and organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for our clients, visitors, and colleagues. This is a key role within the business, ensuring our reception area operates smoothly while providing excellent customer service and administrative support.

The successful candidate will be an approachable and proactive individual who enjoys working with people and takes pride in creating a positive first impression.

Key Responsibilities

• Greeting clients, visitors, and suppliers in a professional and welcoming manner.
• Managing incoming telephone calls and directing enquiries to the appropriate person or department.
• Handling incoming and outgoing post, deliveries, and courier services.
• Maintaining meeting rooms, including booking schedules and arranging refreshments when required.
• Supporting teams with general administrative tasks such as filing, scanning, photocopying, and document preparation.
• Managing reception and communal areas to ensure they remain tidy and presentable.
• Assisting with diary management, visitor coordination, and office logistics.
• Ordering office supplies and monitoring stock levels.
• Maintaining confidentiality when dealing with sensitive information.
• Providing additional administrative support to the wider business as required.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house, customer service, or administrative role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional and confident telephone manner.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple responsibilities.
• Competent in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Positive, proactive, and team-oriented approach.

Desirable

• Experience within a professional services or office environment.
• Experience using diary management or CRM systems.

Belong @ Sumer

At Sumer, we know everyone's journey is different. That's why we're committed to fairness, removing barriers and giving people the support they need to do their best work. If you need any support during the hiring process, just let us know.

Our values represent what matters most to us and guide how we work every day:

• We Shine Together
• We Do the Right Thing
• We Make It Count

We know diverse teams make us stronger. That's why we're creating an inclusive workplace where everyone belongs and differences are valued and celebrated.

About BHP

We love what we do, we're proud of who we are, and we have fun along the way.

At BHP, we're more than just a business advisory firm, we're a team of passionate professionals dedicated to helping our clients and our people to thrive.

With a rich history and a forward-thinking approach, we're proud to be officially recognised as a Great Place To Work, and one of the best workplaces in the industry. Our commitment to flexibility, collaboration, and continuous improvement has earned us numerous awards, including:

• Best Workplaces™ for Development
• Best Workplaces™ for Women
• Best Workplaces™ for Wellbeing
• Best Workplaces™ for Financial Services & Insurance
• Employer of the Year

We value inclusion, creating a workplace where everyone belongs and can perform at their best