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Receptionist - Temporary

Job in Irlam, Manchester, Greater Manchester, M9, England, UK
Listing for: Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Full Time, Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary, Contract position
Listed on 2026-05-31
Job specializations:
  • Administrative/Clerical
    Office Administrator/ Coordinator, Admin Assistant, Clerical, Virtual Assistant/ Remote Admin
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 12.71 - 14 GBP Hourly GBP 12.71 14.00 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Receptionist - Temporary 6-9 months
Location: Irlam

Overview

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.

Responsibilities
  • Manage incoming and outgoing communications, including postal mail and 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.
Person
  • 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.
Benefits
  • £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.

Temporary Receptionist

Irlam, Greater Manchester

£12.71 - £14.00 per hour depending on experience + benefits

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