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MS711 - Receptionist (12 month FTC) 

Location: Sharnbrook, Bedford 

Salary: £26,300 - £27,000 per annum

Overview: First Military Recruitment are currently seeking an Receptionist (12 month FTC) on behalf of one of our clients. This is a fantastic opportunity for a professional, organised and customer-focused individual to join a busy site team. The successful candidate will act as the first point of contact for visitors and tenants, providing a high level of customer service while supporting the wider site team with day-to-day facilities and administrative duties.

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9am - 5:30pm. 

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Acting as the first point of contact for visitors, tenants, clients and contractors.
  • Meeting and greeting visitors in a professional and welcoming manner.
  • Answering incoming calls and dealing with enquiries efficiently.
  • Managing the site access control system, including creating and issuing access badges.
  • Providing first-line support to tenants and assisting with queries and service requests.
  • Managing meeting and conference room bookings and supporting with room set-up and AV requirements.
  • Supporting the organisation and delivery of site events.
  • Managing the shared tenant platform and providing support to onsite tenants.
  • Assisting with site communications and digital screens.
  • Supporting the Site Director and wider site team with administrative duties.
  • Processing purchase orders and invoices where required.
  • Supporting contractors and ensuring a high standard of service is delivered across the site.
  • Maintaining accurate records and completing relevant administration.
  • Responding proactively to issues and using initiative to resolve problems.
  • Undertaking any other reasonable duties required to support the site team.

Skills and Qualifications:

  • Previous experience working in a reception, front-of-house, administration, customer service or similar role.
  • Professional, friendly and approachable manner.
  • Strong organisational and time-management skills.
  • Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to work independently and use initiative.
  • Proactive and flexible approach to work.
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new systems and processes.
  • Previous experience within a facilities, property or office environment would be advantageous.
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1 Wilkinson Road
Love Lane Industrial Estate
Cirencester
GL7 1YT

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