Receptionist : Temporary

Temporary Receptionist sought by a global, GBP 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 and incoming phone calls
• Provide a warm, professional, and personalised welcome to clients and visitors
• Manage company meetings including schedules and ensuring all are kept up to standard
• Distribute incoming mail and liaise with couriers
• Process letters and quotes
• Purchase certain office items, deal with suppliers
• Assist with some travel arrangements
• Be familiar with mail merge functionality
• Accurately take and relay messages
• Provide some CRM support when required
• Deal with cleaners, contractors etc to ensure company regulations are applied on site

• Previous experience in a similar Receptionist role is essential
• Experience 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 dealing with internal and external stakeholders
• Strong typing skills: accurate, 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

• GBP 12.71 – GBP 14.00 per hour depending on experience
• 32 days holiday pro‑rata, including bank holidays
• Pension
• Free parking
• Office based
• Immediate start

Location:

Irlam, Greater Manchester

Temporary Receptionist – GBP 12.71 – GBP 14.00 per hour depending on experience + benefits