RECEPTIONIST in Glamorous Offices

Our client, a boutique Real Estate investment firm, is looking for a polished and experienced Receptionist with a solid corporate background.  

Situated in the heart of Victoria, with an office move to Knightsbridge planned for spring next year, this leading international firm expects a lot from its employees, but rewards with a handsome benefits package.  

The Role

Situated on reception, and reporting to the Head Receptionist, you will be responsible for meeting and greeting VIP and HNW visitors.  In this office, every visitor is treated as a VIP and so five-star customer service is crucial.  You will be managing the switchboard, serving refreshments, preparing meeting rooms and other ad hoc duties associated. You will be ordering stationery weekly, paying attention to stocks, and also maintaining kitchen supplies, as well as organising couriers going in and out.  On the odd occasion you will be required to assist at drinks receptions and company social events - this list is not exhaustive!

Additionally, the successful receptionist will report to the Office Manager for ad hoc administration tasks as well as travel arrangements.  The ideal candidate will have experience booking corporate travel.  

About you

Attention to detail is absolutely key in this role, as well as a sense of initiative and responsibility.   We are looking for a polished and extremely professional receptionist who nonetheless does not mind pouring drinks and serving sandwiches when required.    

The role is often very busy, and you must be prepared to have a lot of things thrown at you.  The ability to made informed decisions under pressure is valuable, as is a capacity to remain calm in frantic situations.  While you will be reporting to the Head Receptionist, and therefore must be willing to take direction, the reception function is very collaborative, so we are looking for a proactive team player.  

The ideal candidate will have a stable CV and experience within finance, professional services, real estate or a similar corporate background.  Fluent English (both written and spoken) is a must.  

Does this apply to you?  If so, send your CV asap and get your application underway.  

Red Anchor Recruitment is an equal opportunities agency.