Receptionist

A Corporate Receptionist position located in London's Canary Wharf

Client Details

A shipping company located in London's Canary Wharf

Description

Receptionist Primary Job Responsibilities:

• Answer the switchboard, screen and direct calls as soon as is reasonably practicable and in an appropriate and professional manner

• Ensure that messages are recorded, checked for accuracy and then passed on by e-mail in a timely manner.

• Meet and greet all guests courteously, offering to take their coats etc and ensuring refreshments are provided if required.

• Ensure that the appropriate member of staff is informed of their guest's arrival. If you have not been advised of visitors' names beforehand, contact the member of staff and obtain further details where possible.

• Set up morning meeting rooms as required and check and update the meeting room schedule both at the beginning of each day and then regularly throughout the day. Provide further support to the Admin department in setting up meeting rooms as/if required.

• Ensure that the reception area is maintained to the highest possible standards i. clean, tidy and well presented at all times. Advise the Facilities and Administration Co-ordinator of any items that may need repairing or renewing.

• On occasion, staff from the Administration Department will cover your reception duties as/if needed. Ensure they are briefed on all matters pending, such as outstanding messages or guests who are waiting, and that you are fully briefed upon your return.

Profile

Prior Reception and switchboard experience is necessary.

The applicant should be well presented at all times, have good verbal and written communication skills and also possess excellent people skills. Fluency in written and spoken English is essential.

Job Offer

A 12 month fixed term contract to work as a Corporate Receptionist in Canary Wharf for a Shipping company. The salary will pay up to £24,000 dependant on experience.