Receptionist & Administrator

Dynamite Recruitment; Southampton; Vor Ort; GBP 25.000 - 33.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Dynamite Recruitment is partnering with a Southampton area business to recruit a Reception & Administration Assistant. You will manage a busy reception, greet visitors, answer calls, provide admin support, and maintain records using Word/Excel.

The role is Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm, temporary for 2-3 months with potential for longer-term opportunities. Start date 26 October 2026.

Jobbeschreibung

Reception & Administration Assistant

Location: Southampton area

Salary: Equivalent to £29,000 per annum

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Start date: 26th October 2026

Duration: Temporary ongoing – initially 2-3 months, with the potential for longer-term opportunities

Dynamite recruitments are working in partnership with a unique and exceptional business in the Southampton area that is experiencing an exciting period of growth. As part of their continued expansion, they are looking for a confident, adaptable and customer-focused Reception & Administration Assistant to provide essential front-of-house and back-office support.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation where no two days are necessarily the same. Initially offered on a temporary basis for 2-3 months, there may be opportunities for a longer-term position for the right person.

The Role as a receptionist and Administrator

You will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of the reception and administration function, providing a professional and welcoming service to clients, customers and colleagues.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a busy reception desk and providing a warm, professional first point of contact.
• Delivering a responsive helpdesk service to clients and customers in person, over the telephone and via email.
• Completing a range of back-office administrative duties to support the wider business.
• Coordinating and maintaining administrative records using Microsoft Word, Excel and internal systems.
• Updating internal databases and systems accurately, ensuring information is kept up to date.
• Following established processes and procedures while maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.
• Managing competing priorities and multitasking effectively in a busy working environment.
• Supporting the wider team with ad hoc administrative duties and tasks as required.

About You/ As a Receptionist / Administrator

We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and confident working in a fast-paced environment. You will ideally have previous experience in a reception, administration, customer service or helpdesk-based role and be comfortable balancing front-facing responsibilities with back-office support.

To be successful, you will demonstrate:

• Good IT and systems experience, including confidence using Microsoft Word, Excel and internal databases.
• Excellent customer service skills, with a professional and approachable manner.
• Previous reception or front-of-house experience, alongside solid administrative skills.
• A process-driven approach, with the ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records.
• Adaptability and flexibility, with the confidence to respond positively to changing priorities.
• Strong multitasking and organisational skills, with the ability to manage several tasks at once.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive attitude, a keen eye for detail and a willingness to support wherever needed.
• Someone who is available to start on 26th October

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