Temporary Receptionist / Administrator

Confidential; Aberdeen City; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Pension scheme option (with employer&#

28 days paid annual leave

Statutory Sick Pay

Eye care vouchers

Job summary

Office Angels is seeking a Temporary Receptionist/Administrator in Aberdeen to be the friendly face at the front desk and provide essential administrative support during a busy period.

The role involves greeting visitors, handling calls and mail, diary management, and general admin duties while maintaining a professional, proactive approach in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Professional, friendly and proactive approach.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and clients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Answer and direct incoming calls and manage the reception inbox.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy and welcoming reception area.
• Provide general administrative support including data entry, filing, and document preparation.
• Assist with meeting room bookings and diary management.
• Liaise with internal departments and external contacts as required.

Skills

Reception experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Tools

Word

Excel

Outlook

Job description

The Role: Temporary Receptionist / Administrator
Location: Aberdeen
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday
Contract: Full-time, Temporary
Pay Rate: 13.50 per hour

Are you a confident communicator with a friendly, professional manner and a knack for staying organised? Our client, a reputable and welcoming business based in Aberdeen, is seeking a Temporary Receptionist/Administrator to be the face of their office and provide essential administrative support during a busy period.

The Role:

This is a varied and people-focused role, ideal for someone who enjoys being the first point of contact and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You'll be responsible for ensuring the front desk runs smoothly while also supporting the wider team with day-to-day administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet visitors and clients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Answer and direct incoming calls and manage the reception inbox.
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Maintain a tidy and welcoming reception area.
• Provide general administrative support including data entry, filing, and document preparation.
• Assist with meeting room bookings and diary management.
• Liaise with internal departments and external contacts as required.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience in a receptionist or administrative role
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• A professional, friendly, and proactive approach
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.

Why Temp with Office Angels?

• Employed directly with Office Angels, meaning we're always on hand to ensure you're being well looked after
• Access to discount vouchers with many high street brands
• Eye care vouchers and money towards glasses should you require them for VDU purposes
• We can search for permanent work whilst you're in assignments and offer expert interview support and advice
• Weekly pay
• Pension scheme option (with employer contributions)
• 28 days paid annual leave (Based on a weekly accrual)
• Statutory Sick Pay in the unfortunate event you find yourself under the weather
• Access to our assistance programme that provides free, confidential, and independent advice on a range of issues including grief, stress, and legal issues
• Should you wish to pursue a different career path, we have several sister businesses which cover almost every sector and specialism

Office Angels are an equal opportunities employer.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.