Receptionist - Group Office Newcastle upon Tyne

Bellway Limited; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm is seeking a Receptionist in Newcastle upon Tyne. The successful candidate will have prior receptionist experience and the ability to communicate effectively. Responsibilities include greeting guests, maintaining the reception area, and assisting with administrative tasks. In return, you can expect a competitive annual bonus, a contributory pension scheme, and several employee benefits. Join a firm committed to diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive annual bonus

Contributory pension scheme

Access to discounts and benefits portal

ShareSave Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Life assurance

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Earn and Learn Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in working as a receptionist.
• Possess GCSE Maths and English at Grade 4/C or above.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet all guests warmly.
• Maintain cleanliness of the reception area.
• Answer all internal and external calls professionally.
• Assist with general administration tasks.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to remain calm under pressure

IT literacy

Positive attitude

Education

GCSE Maths and English – Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Role

Principal accountabilities of the role include:

• Meeting and greeting all guests, ensuring they receive a warm welcome
• To always portray a friendly, professional and courteous demeanour
• Responsible for the upkeep and cleanliness of your reception area
• Efficiently report any cleaning, maintenance, IT or H&S concerns to the office manager
• Answer all internal and external telephone calls in a timely, professional, warm and friendly manner
• Assist others with general administration, typing reports, letters and ordering stationery
• Ensuring post is sent daily

Experience, Qualifications and Skills

Experience

• Experience of working as a receptionist

Qualifications and Training

• GCSE Maths and English – Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent)

Skills and Aptitude

• Excellent communication and organisational skills with the ability to remain calm under pressure.
• Ability to work independently, remaining focused and motivated
• A ‘can do’ positive attitude
• IT literate, with the confidence to learn new systems quickly and a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Committed to diversity and inclusion

The Role and Working Conditions

• Flexibility to cover the morning receptionist as and when required
• Lone working

In return we can offer you:

• Competitive annual bonus
• Contributory pension scheme
• Access to discounts and benefits portal
• ShareSave Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Life assurance
• Holiday Purchase Scheme
• Earn and Learn Opportunities

We reserve the right to close this vacancy if a large volume of applications are received.