Average Receptionist Administrator salary in the UK

An established company are currently looking for a Receptionist, 7am start. TheReceptionist role involves working alongside one other Receptionist,acting as first point of contact for clients in a face-to-face environment, meeting a greeting, answering incoming calls, and monitoring the in-house email inbox. Salary: £12.50 - £13phrHours: 7am-2pmTemp - perm: Must be available to start immediately Receptionist responsibilities: Meeting and greeting clients in a courteous mannerAnswering incoming calls and directing to the correct departmentAssisting with any client enquiriesMonitoring the in-house inbox and forwarding emails accordinglyAssisting with incoming and outgoing postal dutiesCompleting general administrative duties as requiredMaintaining the cleanliness of the reception area Receptionist skills/competencies: Previous experience within a similar role desirableStrong organisational and communication skillsProficient in Microsoft Office programs including Word and Excel Apply today!

Our client, in the legal industry is seeking a Receptionist to join their busy team, providing a warm, welcoming first impression of the highest standard when meeting clients entering the building. Duties will include: • Answer all external calls in a confident and courteous manner. • Monitor and maintain equipment and supplies required in the reception area and always keep the reception area clean and tidy. • Look after clients in reception area, notifying colleagues of their arrival and showing them into the meeting rooms as required. • Working with tact and discretion with clients on the telephone/face-to-face. • Liaise with and respond to email and verbal requests/queries from all clients (internal and external) in a prompt and professional manner. • Receive and sort mail and deliveries, scanning all incoming mail to the client management system and arranging deliveries via external couriers. • Taking card payments from clients either in person or over the phone. • Assist with preparation and organisation of legal documents, including filing, scanning, and photocopying. • Overseeing all emails coming into the info@ mailbox and forwarding into the correct recipient. • Handle confidential and sensitive information with integrity and discretion. • Manage office supplies inventory and place orders as necessary. • Provide support for special projects and tasks as assigned by management. • Overseeing facilities within the office and reporting to the necessary departments. • Distribution of files/deeds/wills from off-site storage premises. • Provide general clerical and administrative support. • Managing meeting room bookings using online system. Suitable candidates should possess the following attributes and experience: • Previous experience within a similar role, ideally within a legal setting or within a similar environment, such as a doctors surgery, accountants etc • Well presented with excellent communication skills. • Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is a plus. • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and other office software. • Strong organizational and multitasking abilities. • Attention to detail and accuracy in work. • Ability to maintain professionalism and composure in high-pressure situations. • Reliable and punctual with a positive attitude. • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team. • Must be able to learn and adapt quickly and are able to absorb information in a useful way. • Take ownership of tasks with minimal supervision and follow through to completion.

Consultants: Gavin Reynolds - Sarah Hughes Our client a successful professional services firm based in corporate offices with free car parking near Chorley who are looking for us to recruit on their behalf an Office Administrator/Receptionist - this role may suit a junior with some office experience looking to progress. Working hours are - Full Time Responsibilities will include, management of the telephone system, meeting visitors on a face-to-face basis and office administration. Key skills and requirements are as follows: Computer literate with good working knowledge of Microsoft office word and excel and outlook.Good communication and interpersonal skillsProfessional appearance and timelyA "can do" attitude - embraces tasks and their roleOrganised and tidy Responsibilities include but not limited to: Filing and archivingManage archive facilities and databaseTelephone answeringDiary management of the Partners and SeniorsAssisting the management of the companyTyping of lettersMail mergeDealing with outgoing postKeeping the office tidy and presentableManage stationery and office suppliesMaintenance of the live database of clients This is a rewarding and secure role for a candidate who already has at least some office experience within a successful, friendly organisation. If you are interested in the position, please send your CV over to us or contact the office for more information.