Receptionist

Receptionist

The following information aims to provide potential candidates with a better understanding of the requirements for this role.
London
£30,000 to £42,000

Receptionist for London Private Equity firm needed urgently, handling administration and front of house. This role is an amazing opportunity to involve yourself in providing the best in 5* customer service however also the chance to learn and progress. As their ambassador creating that first impression, you would also be booking in lunches with the catering team, and carrying out diary management. This firm has excellent benefits offered including great Bonus and Private Health. Previous FOH receptionist experience from either a company, or a 4 or 5* Hotel, or ex-cabin crew experience welcome.
Reception Duties:
Overseeing the switchboard and being the firms ambassador for some incoming calls
Screening telephone calls and forwarding messages
Meeting and greeting in a warm, friendly manner to clients, staff and visitors
Utilising the meeting room calendar / meeting room software
Setting up conference calls
Overseeing the catering team who are setting up/clearing meeting rooms ensuring that the cleaning teams have kept the space tidy at all times
Booking lunches, liaising with hospitality teams for drinks and lunches for guests
Keeping check on office supplies and ordering if necessary
General administration (photocopy, fax, scanning)
Sorting and distributing post daily and ordering couriers
Assisting PAs and Directors where possible
Booking Travel and Accommodation
Other ad hoc duties as requested from time to time
Requirements:
Previous FOH/Reception or Cabin Crew experience
Wonderful communication and administration skills
Able to successfully communicate at the highest level
Ability to prioritise and have attention to detail
Ability to work in a fast paced and challenging environment
Excellent telephone manner, well presented and polite
A team player
Knowledge of MS Office
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CANDIDATES: PLEASE DO NOT COLD-CALL OUR OFFICE - Unfortunately we simply aren't able to take any calls unless the candidate has been asked to call us specifically. We simply don't have the personnel to assist with cold-calls.
We would love to get back to everyone however due the sheer volume of applications we will only be able to reply if we feel we can successfully place you in one of our corporate roles. xwzovoh Thank you so much for understanding. We will do our best with your application and thank you!