Receptionist

Our client is seeking a professional, organised and proactive individual to join their busy London office on a temporary basis. This role is expected to run until the end of September, with the possibility of being extended.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a welcoming and fast-paced environment where you'll be at the centre of daily operations, supporting staff, visitors and students while ensuring the smooth running of a busy office.

The Role

As the first point of contact for the organisation, you will provide exceptional front-of-house service and administrative support. You will be responsible for managing reception, coordinating visitors, supporting office operations and assisting various departments with day-to-day administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors, staff, students and contractors to the office
• Managing reception and answering incoming calls
• Monitoring access to the building and ensuring security procedures are followed
• Handling deliveries and maintaining visitor records
• Coordinating meeting room bookings and meeting room setup
• Providing general administrative support across departments
• Organising interviews and supporting recruitment administration
• Assisting with event planning and visitor arrangements
• Maintaining office, stationery and kitchen supplies
• Liaising with contractors, housekeeping and facilities teams
• Supporting health and safety procedures and office communications
• Assisting with ad hoc projects and office administration as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous receptionist or front-of-house experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong organisational and time-management abilities
• A professional, friendly and confident manner
• The ability to prioritise workloads and multitask effectively
• Strong Microsoft Office skills and confidence using new systems
• A proactive, flexible and team-oriented approach

Working Hours

• Monday: 8:30am - 4:30pm
• Tuesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Wednesday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Thursday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
• Friday: 8:30am - 4:30pm

Please note that occasional flexibility may be required to support evening events and operational requirements.