Receptionist (stand alone role within Insurance company)

London - City

5 days in the office

9-5pm

A highly entrepreneurial financial services business is looking for Corporate Receptionist to be based full time on reception in a stand alone role, managing the reception area and working closely with the business. The business has an international flavour and is growing fast. The role will also include admin /Team Assistant support to current EA and Office Manager in business and will grow in this area as time goes on.

They operate in a highly inclusive style where staff are trusted and treated well. They are offering excellent scope for development alongside an amazing salary and benefits package which includes a very generous bonus!

Ideally you will be working in SME style Financial/Insurance services, but they are flexible

Role Purpose:

As the first point of contact for the business in the City office, the Receptionist /Team Administrator plays a vital role in providing exceptional service to visitors and ensuring the smooth operation of front desk activities. The Receptionist / Team Assistant also supports the Executive team with various administrative tasks. The nature of this role requires the job holder to be present in the office 5 days a week.

Team Administrative Support:

Handle incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries & couriers.
Assist with maintaining office supplies inventory
Liaise with IT Manager when the printer toner is running low or any IT issues
Assist with travel arrangements for the Executive & Senior Management
Process expenses claims for the Executive team & Senior Management.

Provide general administrative support as and when required by the Executive & Senior Management team.
Collaborate with team members to support office operations and events.
Book restaurants for the Executive & Senior Management team.
Work collaboratively as part of the administrative support team.
Use initiative on a daily basis to rectify facilities-related matters (e.g. replenish the coffee beans, empty the dishwasher, ensure the kitchen is tidy etc)

Front Desk Operations:

Greet and welcome visitors in a warm and professional manner.
Maintain a clean and organised reception area.
Manage the visitors sign-in process, liaising with the building management, and notify staff of their arrivals.
Manage meeting room bookings & ensuring rooms are adequate for each meeting

Essential skills :

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
Professional appearance and attitude.
Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
At least 2 years’ experience working in a similar role

Desirable:

Insurance/FS experience is ideal but not mandatory
Reception exp in a stand alone role (or with one other) ideally rather than large team
French language proficiency ideal also