Receptionist
📍 Paddington, London
🕘 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday (Office-based)
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a professional and proactive Receptionist to join a busy and welcoming office environment in Paddington. Reporting to the PA to the CEO & Founder, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the front-of-house and wider office operations.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced setting, enjoys being the first point of contact, and takes pride in delivering excellent service.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the first point of contact, welcoming visitors and directing them accordingly
Manage the reception area, ensuring it remains professional, tidy and presentable at all times
Handle incoming communications including calls, emails, post, and deliveries
Coordinate and maintain meeting rooms, ensuring they are prepared between bookings
Provide diary management support for the UK Managing Director
Organise catering for meetings and internal events
Carry out general administrative duties, including data entry and ad hoc tasks
Support office operations, including supplies management and inventory tracking
Assist with booking staff travel where required
Support office Health & Safety processes
Skills & Experience
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Confident communication skills - both written and verbal
Professional, approachable, and client-focused manner
Ability to multitask and work efficiently under pressure
Strong telephone manner and interpersonal skills
Good time management and ability to prioritise tasks effectively
A proactive approach with a strong sense of urgency
Benefits
Competitive salary
25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service)
8% contributory pension scheme via salary sacrifice
Death in service cover (3x salary)
Group income protection (50%)
Company bonus scheme
Private health insurance (available after successful probation)If you're a confident and personable individual looking to build your career within a professional office environment, we'd love to hear from you.
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