Receptionist FT 8 Months

CBRE; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global facilities management provider is seeking a Receptionist for an 8-month fixed-term contract in London. The role includes greeting visitors, managing phone calls, and administrative tasks such as scheduling meetings and organizing supplies. Candidates should possess a diploma and ideally have up to 2 years of experience, along with good organizational and communication skills. Join a company that values respect, integrity, and diversity in a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Up to 2 years of job-related experience is preferred.
• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards.
• Communicate straightforward information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors, and manage visitor passes.
• Schedule and prepare meeting rooms with necessary equipment.
• Perform general clerical duties, such as distributing office mail.

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office knowledge

Basic math skills

Education

Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Receptionist FT 8 Months

CBRE Global Workplace Solutions is a leading global provider of integrated facilities and corporate real estate management. We are recruiting a Receptionist to join the team located in London.

Please note: this is a 8 month fixed term contract with possibility of extension.

About the Role

As a CBRE Receptionist, you will provide administrative tasks to a department or office. This includes greeting visitors, answering calls, setting up meeting rooms, and other duties.

This job is part of the Workplace Experience function. They are responsible for providing world‑class customer service to the clients and visitors of a designated building.

What You’ll Do

• Receive and direct incoming calls to appropriate personnel and voicemail.

• Greet clients, applicants, and visitors upon arrival. Issue visitor passes and parking validations and follow security protocols.

• Schedule and prepare meeting and conference rooms. This includes room setup, placing catering orders, and securing technological equipment. Request building and housekeeping services as needed.

• Perform general clerical duties including distributing office faxes and packages and ordering office supplies.

• Track incoming and outgoing packages, mail, and freight. Arrange messenger service as needed. Arrange hospitality services for guests such as transportation, tickets, reservations, etc.

• Use existing procedures to solve straightforward problems while having a limited opportunity to exercise discretion.

• Impact through clearly defined duties, methods, and tasks are described in detail.

• Deliver own output by following defined procedures and processes under close supervision and guidance.

What You’ll Need

• Diploma & up to 2 years of job-related experience.

• Ability to follow basic work routines and standards in the application of work.

• Communication skills to exchange straightforward information.

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products. Examples include Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.

• Strong organizational skills with an inquisitive mindset.

• Basic math skills. Ability to calculate simple figures such as percentages, discounts, and markups.

Why CBRE

When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward‑thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.

Applicant AI Use Disclosure

We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.

CBRE, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity and Affinitive Action Employer (Women/Minorities/Persons with Disabilities/US Veterans)