Tiger Recruitment
12-Month Maternity Cover | Potential to Become Permanent
£30,00 – £30,00 + Benefits
Office-Based | Monday – Friday
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Receptionist & Office Coordinator to join a well-established and highly respected business on a 12-month maternity cover contract, with the potential for the role to become permanent.
This is a pivotal front-of-house position where you will be the face of the business, creating an exceptional first impression for clients and visitors while ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office. Working as part of a friendly and professional team, this role would suit someone who thrives in a busy environment, enjoys variety, and takes pride in delivering outstanding service.
The Role
As the first point of contact for the business, you will be responsible for delivering a professional and welcoming reception service, coordinating meeting rooms, supporting office administration, and assisting with facilities and operational projects. No two days are the same, making this an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied and fast-paced role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing a warm and professional welcome to clients, visitors and guests
- Managing the reception desk and handling incoming calls efficiently
- Coordinating meeting room bookings, catering and refreshments
- Maintaining a tidy, organised and well-presented reception and communal office areas
- Ordering office supplies and managing stock levels
- Processing purchase orders and maintaining accurate records
- Coordinating travel arrangements, including hotels, flights and car bookings
- Supporting facilities management and assisting with wider office projects
- Building strong relationships with internal teams, suppliers and external service providers
- Providing general administrative support to ensure the office operates seamlessly
About You
- Previous experience within reception, front-of-house, office coordination or office administration
- A polished, professional and approachable manner
- Exceptional organisational skills with the ability to prioritise a varied workload
- A proactive, hands-on approach with a genuine willingness to help
- Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail
- Confident using Microsoft Office and general office systems
- Able to work independently while remaining a collaborative team player
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to join a successful organisation in a key business support role where you'll become an integral part of the team from day one. If you're a personable, organised and proactive individual who enjoys being at the centre of a busy office, we'd love to hear from you.
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Tiger is B Corp Certified. We are part of a global movement of businesses committed to improving social and environmental conditions around the world.
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