Receptionist/Front of House Coordinator

Morson Human Resources Limited; Altrincham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mott MacDonald is seeking a professional Receptionist to join their Altrincham office on a temporary 3-month contract. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and provide front-of-house support to ensure smooth daily operations.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, handling calls, coordinating meetings, and assisting with general admin. A customer-focused, proactive approach is essential for success in a professional corporate environment.

Qualifications

• Experienced receptionist or customer-facing administrator.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Professional telephone manner and attentive to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise.
• Reliable and proactive approach to work.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and sign them in.
• Act as first point of contact for the office.
• Answer and direct incoming calls.
• Book and coordinate meeting rooms.
• Arrange refreshments for meetings and visitors.
• Support meeting setup and general office administration.

Skills

Reception experience

Communication skills

Telephone manner

Organisational skills

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Receptionist – Temporary 3 Month Contract, possible Temp to Perm

Location: Altrincham, Greater Manchester
Pay: £13.00 – £13.50 per hour DOE
Contract: Temporary, 3 months
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
Lunch: 1-hour unpaid break

Morson Edge are recruiting on behalf of Mott MacDonald for a Receptionist to join their professional office in Altrincham on a 3-month temporary contract, with liklihood of going permanent based on performance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced receptionist or customer-focused administrator who enjoys working in a professional environment and being the first point of contact for visitors, clients and colleagues.

The Role

As Receptionist, you will be responsible for providing a welcoming and professional front-of-house service, while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Welcoming and signing in visitors and guests
• Acting as the first point of contact for the office
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls
• Booking and coordinating meeting rooms
• Arranging refreshments and hospitality for meetings and visitors
• Supporting meeting and room setup
• Liaising with colleagues, visitors and external contacts
• Managing general reception enquiries
• Maintaining a professional and organised reception area
• Providing general administrative and office support where required

About You

We’re looking for someone who is confident, professional and customer-focused, with a friendly and approachable manner.

You will ideally have:

• Previous reception, front-of-house, customer service or administration experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional telephone manner
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
• Confidence dealing with visitors, clients and colleagues at all levels
• Good IT skills and the ability to pick up new systems quickly
• A reliable and proactive approach to work

What’s on Offer?

• £13.00 – £13.50 per hour, depending on experience
• 3-month temporary contract, possible perm opportunity available
• Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:30pm
• Professional Altrincham office environment
• Opportunity to work for a leading engineering and consultancy organisation
• Excellent experience within a professional corporate environment

If you’re an experienced Receptionist who takes pride in delivering excellent customer service and creating a positive first impression, we’d love to hear from you.