Receptionist/Office Manager

TN United Kingdom; St Albans; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Receptionist and Office Manager to join their friendly team in St Albans. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £30k, with opportunities for training and progression. You'll be the first point of contact for visitors and calls, while also managing various administrative tasks, ensuring the office runs smoothly. With a focus on detail and a self-motivated attitude, you'll thrive in this dynamic environment. Enjoy benefits like 20 days of annual leave, free parking, and a supportive work culture as you contribute to the team's success.

Benefits

20 Days Annual Leave

Free Parking

Training Opportunities

Progression Opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous reception/office management experience is essential.
• Must have excellent telephone manner and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for calls and visitors.
• Handle administration duties including filing and emailing.
• Manage annual leave requests and assist office staff.

Skills

Reception/Office Management Experience

Excellent Telephone Manner

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivated

MS Office Proficiency

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Outlook)

Job description

Job Title: Receptionist and Office Manager

A well-respected and well-established company based in St Albans is looking for a Receptionist and Office Manager to join their friendly and close-knit team.

What’s in it for you?

• Salary: Up to £30k depending on experience, reviewed after 6 months
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:30pm
• Great training and progression opportunities
• 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Free parking

Key responsibilities:

• First point of contact for incoming telephone calls, enquiries, visitors, and deliveries
• Administration duties: photocopying, emailing, scanning, filing, handling post, and dealing with the franking machine
• Sending out purchase orders, timesheets, and signage
• Setting up meeting rooms and ordering/collecting refreshments when necessary
• Managing annual leave requests: receiving requests, detailing clashes to line managers, confirming, and logging once approved
• Dealing with properties tenants
• Fleet administration duties in the absence of the Fleet Manager
• Assisting office staff in their duties where necessary
• General office management: ordering low-stock items through the purchasing department, such as urn filters, printer toner, and paper
• Liaising with PHS, the office cleaner, and BWT (office water supplier)
• Weekly office walk-arounds to ensure everything is stocked and tidy
• Arranging all planned preventative maintenance for the building

What the client is looking for:

• Previous reception/office management experience
• Excellent telephone manner
• Good attention to detail
• Self-motivated and willing to take on unexpected tasks
• Ability to generate trust, respect, and confidence in the company
• Working knowledge of MS Office, including Excel and Outlook