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Receptionist

Morgan Spencer
Posted 13 days ago, valid for 3 days
Location

London, Greater London EC2V 7WS, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The City of London is seeking a temporary receptionist with a pay rate of £14 per hour.
  • Candidates should have a GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English, along with strong customer service and communication skills.
  • Previous experience in a receptionist role, preferably in an academic or hospitality setting, is desirable but not mandatory.
  • The position requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team, with a typical work week of 37.5 hours from Monday to Friday.
  • This role offers opportunities for personal and professional growth in a dynamic and engaging work environment.
ReceptionistCity Of LondonTemp £14phThe CompanyThis is a unique chance to be the welcoming face of a prestigious institution. This role is perfect for those who thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy interacting with a diverse range of people. The RoleThe position not only provides a stable and supportive work atmosphere but also offers opportunities for personal and professional growth. The role is integral to the smooth operation of the office, ensuring a welcoming and efficient environment for staff, students, and visitors.Key Responsibilities:
  • Front of House: Greet all staff, students, and external visitors and suppliers.
  • Health and Safety: Conduct daily opening checks and report any issues to management.
  • Facilities Management: Ensure communal areas are tidy, manage tea/coffee supplies, and handle the purchasing and distribution of milk.
  • Visitor Management: Provide a daily list of visitors and control access by issuing building passes.
  • Mail Handling: Sort and distribute incoming post, manage deliveries, and handle outgoing mail.
  • Event Coordination: Oversee internal events and meetings, assist with external bookings, and set up classrooms and meeting rooms.
  • Administrative Support: Manage the Reception Inbox, answer telephone calls, and perform photocopying tasks.
  • Stock Management: Conduct regular stocktakes and order office supplies.Building Maintenance: Perform daily closing checks and manage keys and lockers.
The PersonSkills and Experience Required
  • Essential: GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English, proficiency in Microsoft Products, excellent customer service and communication skills, strong organisational skills, ability to work independently and as part of a team, confident liaising with internal and external contacts, flexibility, and a professional demeanour.
  • Desirable: Previous experience as a receptionist in an academic or hospitality setting, knowledge of basic office procedures and equipment.
Core Competencies:
  • Values: Collaboration, Adaptability, Innovation, Integrity, Support.
  • Skills: Effective communication, business thinking, self-development, achieving results, digital capability, customer experience, managing quality and standards, applying judgement and making decisions.
Working Hours:
  • Reception hours are from 0800 to 1730 hrs, Monday to Friday, with two shift patterns. Occasional evening work may be required depending on bookings. The role typically involves a 37.5-hour work week, with the possibility of additional hours as necessary.
  • This role is ideal for individuals seeking a vibrant and engaging work environment where they can make a tangible impact.
Our mission: To be the leading Business Services recruitment consultancy in London, for employers and jobseekers alike. To receive regular updates of our current vacancies why not set up job alertsOur REFER and be REWARDED scheme is about recognising and thanking you for telling your friends, family or colleagues about our services and how we could help them. The rules are simple:  Refer a friend or colleague who is not already registered with Morgan Spencer. If we place them in a permanent role, we will reward you with £200 of Gift vouchers of your choice.  Remember there is no limit on the number of referrals you can make, and therefore the rewards you can claim!!!EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES Morgan Spencer Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and actively seeks applications from all sectors of the community irrespective of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, having responsibility for dependents, age, religion/beliefs, or any other reason which cannot be shown to be justified.CONFIDENTIALITY: All applications are dealt with in strictest confidence and will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 1998 Morgan Spencer Limited, registered in England & Wales No: 4254114

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