Receptionist - Temporary 6-9 months

Overview

Temporary Receptionist sought by a global, £multibillion construction products manufacturer, to join their Irlam sales office.

This is a temporary, full-time role for maternity cover for 6-9 months. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, 37.5 hours per week. Immediate start.

Responsibilities

• Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including postal mail and incoming phone calls.
• Provide a warm, professional, and personalised welcome to clients and visitors.
• Managing company meetings including schedules and ensuring all are kept up to standard.
• Distribute incoming mail and liaising with couriers.
• Processing letters and quotes.
• Purchasing certain office items, dealing with suppliers.
• Assisting with some travel arrangements.
• Familiar with mail merge functionality.
• Accurately taking and relaying messages.
• Some CRM support (when required).
• Dealing with cleaners, contractors etc to ensure Company regulations are applied on site.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar Receptionist role is essential.
• Experience of booking meeting rooms and travel arrangements is preferred but not essential.
• IT literacy with strong MS Office skills including mail merge.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Experience of dealing with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong typing skills: ability to type accurately to produce high quality documentation.
• Highly organised.
• Ability to multitask effectively.
• Ability to effectively manage own workload.
• Positive attitude and engaging demeanour with a can-do spirit.

Benefits

• £12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience.
• 32 days holiday pro rata including bank holidays.
• Pension.
• Free parking.
• 5 hours per week.
• Monday to Friday 9am-5pm.
• Office based.
• Immediate start.

Location and Salary

Irlam, Greater Manchester.

£12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience + benefits.