Receptionist / Administrator - 9 Month FTC - Wimborne - £28,000

Bond Williams; Wimborne Minster; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established business in Wimborne is seeking an experienced Receptionist & Administrator to join them for a 9-month maternity cover. In this busy front-of-house role, you will greet clients, manage the switchboard, coordinate meeting rooms, and provide administrative support to the team. Ideal candidates have previous experience in a reception role, strong organizational skills, and a confident communication style. This position offers a competitive salary between £26,000-£28,000 with a start date of 5th January.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist or client-facing administrative role.
• Confident, friendly and professional communication style.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to prioritize in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Greeting clients and delivering excellent customer service.
• Managing the switchboard: answering, transferring and taking messages.
• Coordinating meeting rooms and supporting diary management for Directors.
• Overseeing office supplies and general admin tasks.
• Handling incoming/outgoing post and scanning documentation.
• Providing wider administrative support across the team.
• Light social media engagement (LinkedIn, Facebook, X).

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

Receptionist & Administrator (9-Month FTC) - Wimborne - £26,000-£28,000 - Start Date : 5th January

Bond Williams are supporting a well-established and highly respected business in Wimborne who are looking for an experienced Receptionist / Administrator to join them for a 9-month maternity cover.

This is a busy, front-of-house role where you'll be the first point of contact for clients, helping to create a professional, welcoming impression while keeping the day-to-day running of the office smooth.

What you'll be doing :

• Greeting clients and delivering excellent customer service
• Managing the switchboard : answering, transferring and taking messages
• Coordinating meeting rooms and supporting diary management for Directors
• Overseeing office supplies and general admin tasks
• Handling incoming / outgoing post and scanning documentation
• Providing wider administrative support across the team
• Light social media engagement (LinkedIn, Facebook, X)

What we're looking for :

• Previous experience in a receptionist or client-facing administrative role
• Confident, friendly and professional communication style
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise in a busy environment

A proactive, positive team player with great attention to detail...