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About The Role
A Mailroom Assistant is needed in London for a temporary, part-time role covering holiday leave during August and September. Working 09:00–18:00 for an established insurance firm in The City, you will handle incoming and outgoing post, sort deliveries, and support general administrative duties. The position pays £16 per hour. You must be reliable, organised, and comfortable with hands-on operational tasks. Full commitment to the specified dates is essential, along with passing standard security checks. This role suits someone seeking short-term work with a clear schedule. Prior mailroom or courier experience is helpful, though not mandatory for candidates with strong attention to detail.
Mailroom Assistant – Holiday Cover (August & September)
Location: The City of London
Pay: £16.00 per hour
Hours: 09:00–18:00
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An established insurance company in The City is looking for a Postroom/Mailroom Operative to provide holiday cover throughout August. This is a great short-term opportunity for someone reliable, organised, and comfortable with hands-on operational work.
Confirmed Working Dates
- Monday 17 August – Thursday 20 August (4 days)
- Monday 24 August – Thursday 27 August (4 days)
- Tuesday 1 September & Thursday 3 September (2 Days)
- Tuesday 8 September & Thursday 10 September (2 Days)
- Tuesday 15 September & Thursday 17 September (2 Days)
- Tuesday 22 September & Thursday 24 September (2 Days)
You must be able to commit to all dates and pass standard security checks.
Key Responsibilities
- Post & parcel collection — Collecting items from the loading bay and internal departments
- Digital parcel logging — Recording deliveries on the company’s digital tracking system
- Internal deliveries — Distributing letters and parcels to staff and departments
- Meeting room setup — Preparing rooms for meetings and events
- Routine safety checks — Carrying out basic security and fire-safety inspections
- Stock monitoring — Keeping an eye on stationery and general supplies
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What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience of working in a busy mailroom
- Someone punctual, dependable, and comfortable moving around a large office building
- Good communication skills and a proactive approach
- Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records
- Willingness to complete security vetting
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