Receptionists (TEMP)

Brook Street; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a professional and friendly Receptionist for a short-term assignment in central Southampton. This role entails welcoming visitors, managing the reception area, and providing general administrative support. Ideal candidates have previous experience in a reception role, strong communication skills, and excellent organisational abilities. The position runs from December 1st to 4th and offers £13.00 per hour.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills and experience in a reception role.
• Professional and confident demeanor is essential.
• Organisational skills with attention to detail are crucial.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors and clients in a professional manner.
• Manage the reception area to keep it tidy.
• Handle incoming calls and direct queries accurately.
• Support with general administrative tasks.
• Monitor visitor sign-ins and follow security procedures.

Skills

Previous experience in a reception or customer-facing role

Strong communication and customer service skills

Professional, approachable, and confident

Excellent organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Comfortable using basic IT systems

Job description

RECEPTIONIST (TEMP)

If you're looking to earn some extra money before Christmas, this is the perfect opportunity for you! We are seeking a professional and friendly Receptionist to support our client based in central Southampton for a short-term assignment. This role is ideal for someone who is organised, confident, and enjoys providing a warm and efficient front‑of‑house service. This role is covering from Monday 1st to Thursday 4th of December only.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors and clients in a professional and engaging manner
• Managing the reception area to ensure it remains tidy and presentable
• Handling incoming calls, directing queries, and taking accurate messages
• Supporting with general administrative tasks such as email handling, scanning, and filing
• Providing ad-hoc support to internal teams as required
• Monitoring visitor sign‑ins and following security procedures

Requirements

• Previous experience in a reception or customer‑facing role
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Professional, approachable, and confident when interacting with visitors and staff
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks
• Comfortable using basic IT systems (Outlook, Word, etc.)

Pay Rate

£13.00 per hour (Weekly Paid)

Working hours

Monday 1st - Thursday 4th December. - 9:00am-17:00pm

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.