Receptionist - Temporary 6-9 months

Temporary Receptionist sought by a global, £multibillion construction products manufacturer, to join their Irlam sales office.   This is a temporary, full-time role for maternity cover for 6-9 months. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, 37.5 hours per week.   Immediate start.   As Receptionist your duties will include: Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including postal mail, incoming phone calls Provide a warm, professional, and personalised welcome to clients and visitors Managing company meetings including schedules and ensuring all are kept up to standard Distribute incoming mail and liaising with couriers Processing Letters and Quotes Purchasing certain office items, dealing with suppliers Assisting with some travel arrangements Familiar with mail merge functionality Accurately taking and relaying messages Some CRM support (when required) Dealing with cleaners, contractors etc to ensure Company regulations are applied on site  The Person: Previous experience in a similar Receptionist role is essential Experience of booking meeting rooms and travel arrangements is preferred but not essential IT literacy with strong MS Office skills including mail merge Excellent communication and customer service skills Experience of dealing with internal and external stakeholders Strong typing skills: ability to type accurately to produce high quality documentation Highly organised Ability to multitask effectively Ability to effectively manage own workload Positive attitude and engaging demeanour with a can-do spirit  Benefits: £12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience 32 days holiday pro rata including bank holidays Pension Free parking 5 hours per week Monday to Friday 9am-5pm Office based Immediate start  Temporary Receptionist   Irlam, Greater Manchester   £12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience + benefits