Receptionist - Part time

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Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a part-time Receptionist for their prestigious Edinburgh City Centre location. This temporary role offers the chance to be the first point of contact for visitors, requiring exceptional communication skills and a professional demeanor. You will manage calls and emails, maintain a well-organized reception area, and provide administrative support. With a pay rate of £13.00 per hour, this position not only offers competitive compensation but also the opportunity for extension beyond the initial temporary period. If you're organized, proactive, and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a front-of-house or receptionist role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist all visitors and guests with professionalism.
• Manage incoming calls and emails, directing them appropriately.

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

IT Proficiency (MS Office)

Multitasking

Discretion and Confidentiality

Tools

MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

Job description

Part time Receptionist - Prestige Edinburgh City Centre Building (EH8) Temporary in the view to permanent 13.00 per hour PAYE

Hours of work : Monday to Friday 10.00 - 14.00

CBW are seeking a professional, courteous, and well-organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact at our historic organisation. This is a pivotal front-of-house role requiring exceptional communication skills and a high standard of customer service to ensure all visitors are welcomed and supported efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and assist all visitors, guests, and members with professionalism and courtesy
  
  
• Manage incoming calls, emails, and general enquiries, directing them appropriately
  
  
• Maintain a clean, presentable, and well-organised reception area
  
  
• Coordinate room bookings and liaise with facilities as required
  
  
• Provide administrative support to internal departments including mail distribution and document handling
  
  
• Assist with event support, visitor passes, and security procedures
  
  
• Manage courier and postal deliveries efficiently
  
  
• Act as a point of contact for general building and service enquiries
  
  

Skills and Experience Required:

• Previous experience in a front-of-house, customer service, or receptionist role
  
  
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
  
  
• Strong IT proficiency, including MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)
  
  
• Professional appearance and demeanor with a proactive and positive attitude
  
  
• Ability to manage multiple tasks calmly and efficiently under pressure
  
  
• High level of discretion and confidentiality
  
  

Desirable:

• Experience working in a receptionist role previously
  
  
• Knowledge of room booking or visitor management systems
  
  

This is a temporary position until end of June however there is scope that this position will be extended.

13.00 PAYE plus holiday pay.

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