Studio Receptionist

Creative Lives in Progress; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading creative organization in Greater London is seeking a dedicated receptionist to be the first point of contact for all visitors and staff. This role involves managing a smooth reception area, handling scheduling, greeting visitors, and maintaining security protocols. The ideal candidate has at least one year in a high-volume environment, with strong communication skills and the ability to multitask. The role offers exposure to the entertainment industry, with a salary based on the London Living Wage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in a high-volume environment.
• Professional, team-oriented demeanour required.
• Ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Welcome staff and new starters to the studio.
• Greet visitors and notify relevant parties.
• Maintain clean, organised reception area.

Skills

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Ability to multitask

MS Office Suite proficiency

Organised and resourceful

Job description

About the Role

The receptionist is crucial for creating a positive first impression and ensuring smooth daily operations. They will undertake tasks including scheduling, managing office supplies, and maintaining a tidy reception area. They support all teams across the London studio, managing reception duties and assisting with administrative tasks.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming staff and new starters to the studio.
• Greeting visitors and notifying relevant parties promptly.
• Monitoring and controlling access to the studio. Enforcing security protocol for external guests and compiling all necessary paperwork for access control.
• Maintaining clean, organised reception, conference and screening areas.
• Manage refreshments, working lunches and keep a comprehensive inventory.
• Act as appointed first aider, fire marshal and key holder for the building, including responding to alarm call outs as and when required.
• Answer and forward phone calls professionally.
• Maintain accurate visitor, contractor, parking, mail and dog logs.
• Manage access to the studio, including any parking and specific limited access arrangements.
• Assist with in-house events as needed.
• Report facilities issue promptly.
• Attend scheduling and diary meetings and other internal meetings as required.
• Uphold the company’s equal opportunities, access and diversity policies. To work with integrity and respect.
• Undertaking any other duties as may be appropriate to the nature of the post, as agreed with the Head of Culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year in a high-volume environment.
• Professional, team-oriented demeanour.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and work independently.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite.
• Organised, resourceful, and adaptable.

Career Path

This role offers exposure to the entertainment industry and builds skills for advancement into administrative, operations, or production support positions.

LSA is an Equal Opportunity Employer who agrees not to discriminate against any employee or job applicant because of race, colour, religion, national origin, sex, physical or mental disability, or age.

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates will be required to evidence their right to work in the UK prior to interview. We have assessed this role, and it does not meet criteria to sponsor a successful candidate under the Skilled Worker route. Therefore, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate the right to work without Locksmith’s sponsorship.

Job remuneration and hours: 40 hours a week.

General hours: 8.30am – 5.30pm.

Salary is London Living Wage.