Receptionist and General Administrator FU-XO

Kuehne + Nagel AS; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Kuehne + Nagel AS seeks a dedicated administrative professional in Uxbridge. In this role, you will optimize office operations, manage front desk activities, and support logistics processes. You will bring your strong organizational skills to create a welcoming environment, ensuring smooth operations and contributing to essential deliveries.

Benefits

Contributory pension plan

Employee assistance programme

Route 2 Rewards scheme

Qualifications

• Experience in reception or administrative support.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

Responsibilities

• Provide professional front desk experience and manage visitor interactions.
• Support daily office operations like meeting scheduling and document management.
• Maintain compliance documentation for safety and audits.

Skills

Communication

Organisation

Multitasking

Problem-solving

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

It's more than a job

When you work in Freight Logistics and Operations at Kuehne+Nagel, you play a key role in optimising processes and ensuring that inventory and shipments move efficiently. But that is not all. Your work also helps ensure that vital medicines reach patients on time and supports other essential deliveries, from wind turbines to semiconductors. At Kuehne+Nagel, our contribution counts in more ways than we imagine.

We're looking for a dedicated team member who thrives in a fast-paced office environment and brings a strong sense of organisation, initiative, and warmth to every interaction. If you enjoy juggling varied tasks, creating smooth processes, and making guests feel at home, this role is for you.

How you create impact

• Provide a professional and welcoming front desk experience, handling visitor management, calls, and reception area upkeep
• Support daily office operations including meeting scheduling, catering arrangements, and document management
• Oversee site repairs, vendor coordination, and supply procurement to ensure smooth office functionality
• Assist in planning internal events, workshops, and team gatherings with logistical precision
• Conduct safety checks, support evacuation drills, and maintain compliance documentation for audits
• Manage staff and visitor pass systems, monitor security procedures, and maintain accurate logs
• Contribute to environmental reporting and promote site-wide sustainability efforts
• Maintain thorough records of operations, safety, and compliance for easy access and audit readiness

What we would like you to bring

• Previous experience in reception, front desk, or administrative support roles
• Familiarity with office maintenance, vendor coordination, and supply management
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism
• Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with staff, guests, and vendors
• Excellent organisational abilities and multitasking skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and office management systems
• Understanding of health & safety compliance, sustainability practices, and facility protocols
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement within operational settings

What's in it for you

If you would like to become a valued member of our team, we will make sure that you’re rewarded for your commitment and expertise. You can join the contributory Kuehne+Nagel pension plan and enjoy our Route 2 Rewards scheme, which offers everything from discounts, benefit information, recognition and its own wellbeing centre. We care for our colleagues (and their immediate family) with our employee assistance programme providing access to 24/7 GP, legal and financial advice along with mental health counselling. All of this to help you live a happier and healthier life. As proud holders of the Gold Covenant, we are a forces-friendly employer who recognise the skills, expertise and value service leavers bring to our organisation.

Who we are

Logistics shapes everyday life - from the goods we consume to the healthcare we rely on. At Kuehne+Nagel, your work goes beyond logistics; it enables both ordinary and special moments in the lives of people around the world.

As a global leader with a strong heritage and a vision to move the world forward, we offer a safe, stable environment where your career can make a real difference. Whether we help deliver life-saving medicines, develop sustainable transportation solutions or support our local communities, your career will contribute to more than you can imagine.