Parkside Recruitment
Receptionist (short term)
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Temporary Front of House Receptionist
Location: City of London
Dates: Training day – 24 October | Assignment – 26 October to 30 October
Hours: 10:00am–6:00pm
Pay Rate: £15.50 per hour
We are currently recruiting for an experienced Front of House / Reception professional to provide temporary cover for a prestigious corporate office in the City of London.
This is a short-term assignment supporting a busy and professional office environment, ensuring visitors and employees receive a welcoming and efficient Front of House service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Providing professional Front of House and reception coverage
- Welcoming visitors and managing the visitor sign-in process
- Handling incoming calls, emails, and general enquiries
- Managing meeting room bookings
- Coordinating meeting room hospitality requirements
- Supporting general office and facilities-related tasks
- Assisting with contractor and visitor access
- Ensuring reception, meeting rooms, and communal areas remain presentable
- Providing general administrative support when required
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About You:
- Previous Reception, Front of House, or corporate office experience
- Confident, professional, and personable manner
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- Well presented with strong attention to detail
- Highly organised and able to manage a busy reception environment
- Comfortable dealing with visitors, contractors, and internal employees
- Available for the full assignment, including the training day
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Please note that due to the nature of the client environment, the successful candidate will be required to complete a DBS check and security clearance process prior to starting the assignment.
We are looking to move quickly with this requirement, so please apply today if you are available for all required dates and would be interested in this opportunity.
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