Receptionist Administrator City

Morgan Spencer Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent position after contract

City centre office

Job summary

Morgan Spencer Recruitment London is partnering with a construction company to recruit a Receptionist/Administrator on a 3-month temp-to-perm basis. Office-based in City of London. You will be the first contact for visitors and provide front-of-house and admin support to a busy office.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organisation, proficiency in Microsoft Office, and the ability to manage multiple priorities. Immediate availability and ability to start next week are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous reception, front-of-house or office administration experience within a professional office environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Professional, approachable and customer-focused attitude.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel.
• Reliable, proactive and able to work independently when required.
• Immediately available and able to commence employment next week.
• Experience in construction, property or professional services environments is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet visitors, clients and contractors in a professional and friendly manner.
• Manage the reception area, keeping it organised, welcoming and presentable.
• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls and email enquiries.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and prepare rooms for meetings.
• Handle incoming/outgoing post, deliveries and couriers.
• Provide general administrative support to various departments.
• Maintain records, filing systems and office documentation.
• Order and manage office supplies and stationery.
• Assist with data entry, document preparation and reporting tasks.
• Support the wider team with ad hoc administrative duties.

Skills

Reception experience

Front-of-house

Office administration

Communication skills

Organization

Microsoft Office

Independence

Immediate availability

Construction/industry experience (adv)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

MUST BE AVAILABLE TO START IMMEDIATELY

Location: Office-Based, City of London

Sector: Construction

Morgan Spencer Recruitment London is delighted to be partnering with a successful construction company to recruit a professional and personable Receptionist / Administrator on a 3-month temp-to-perm basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced front-of-house professional who enjoys creating a welcoming environment, providing first-class administrative support and being at the heart of a busy office. If you are immediately available and able to start next week, this role offers the chance to join a collaborative team where your contribution will be highly visible and valued from day one.

As the first point of contact for visitors, clients and suppliers, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office while supporting a range of administrative functions across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet and greet visitors, clients and contractors in a professional and friendly manner
• Manage the reception area, ensuring it remains organised, welcoming and presentable at all times
• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls and email enquiries efficiently
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and prepare rooms for meetings when required
• Handle incoming and outgoing post, deliveries and couriers
• Provide general administrative support to various departments
• Maintain accurate records, filing systems and office documentation
• Order and manage office supplies and stationery
• Assist with data entry, document preparation and reporting tasks
• Support the wider team with ad hoc administrative and office coordination duties

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous reception, front-of-house or office administration experience within a professional office environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills with keen attention to detail
• Professional, approachable and customer-focused attitude
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Confident using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word and Excel
• Reliable, proactive and able to work independently when required
• Immediately available and able to commence employment next week
• Experience within construction, property or professional services environments would be advantageous but is not essential

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £29,000 - £31,000
• Opportunity to secure a permanent position following the initial contract period
• Join an established and growing construction business
• Varied and engaging role with exposure to different areas of the organisation
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Opportunity to develop your administration and office management skills
• Central role within a busy and professional office setting

About Morgan Spencer Recruitment London

As one of the leading London recruitment consultancy specialists, Morgan Spencer Recruitment London has built an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality recruitment solutions across the business services sector. Our experienced team specialises in business support recruitment London, connecting talented professionals with employers where they can thrive and build long-term careers.

This opportunity is being managed by our dedicated Business Support Recruitment London team, who work closely with organisations across the capital to identify exceptional office support talent.

Equality & Inclusion

Morgan Spencer is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of background, identity or circumstance.

Confidentiality & GDPR

All applications are handled with the strictest confidentiality and processed in accordance with UK GDPR and data protection legislation. Your personal information will only be used for recruitment purposes and will never be shared without your consent.

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