Receptionist - Temporary 6-9 months in Manchester)

Temporary Receptionist sought by a global, £multibillion construction products manufacturer, to join their Irlam sales office.

This is a temporary, full-time role for maternity cover for 6-9 months. Hours of work are Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, 37.5 hours per week.

Immediate start.

• Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including postal mail, incoming phone calls
• Provide a warm, professional, and personalised welcome to clients and visitors
• Managing company meetings including schedules and ensuring all are kept up to standard
• Distribute incoming mail and liaising with couriers
• Processing Letters and Quotes
• Purchasing certain office items, dealing with suppliers
• Assisting with some travel arrangements
• Familiar with mail merge functionality
• Accurately taking and relaying messages
• Some CRM support (when required)
• Dealing with cleaners, contractors etc to ensure Company regulations are applied on site

• Previous experience in a similar Receptionist role is essential
• Experience of booking meeting rooms and travel arrangements is preferred but not essential
• IT literacy with strong MS Office skills including mail merge
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Experience of dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong typing skills: ability to type accurately to produce high quality documentation
• Highly organised
• Ability to multitask effectively
• Ability to effectively manage own workload
• Positive attitude and engaging demeanour with a can-do spirit

• £12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience
• 32 days holiday pro rata including bank holidays
• Pension
• Free parking
• 5 hours per week
• Monday to Friday 9am-5pm
• Office based
• Immediate start