Administrator - Receptionist

Administrator/ Receptionist - Southampton

Salary: To £28,000pa dependant on experience + excellent benefits

Monday - Friday - Office based

Our client, a leading professional services and values-driven employer of choice, is seeking a professional, personable Administrator/ Receptionist to join their Southampton office. This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a professional and friendly workplace that truly values its people and offers a comprehensive range of company benefits.

The Role

As part of the Administrative and Reception team, you'll be supporting the General Office team. Duties will include archiving of documents, files and wills, managing on-line health & safety training for new members of staff, assisting with fire tests and drills, dealing with stationery supplies, collating confidential shredding materials and dealing with contractors.

On occasion you will be required to cover the reception and hospitality team. This will include being the first point of contact for clients, visitors and contractors, helping to take telephone calls and helping with light refreshments for meetings and setting out rooms for lunches.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting with scanning incoming post, and managing deliveries
• Dealing with contractor enquiries and visits
• Assisting with archiving and storage of wills
• Dealing with stationery supplies and orders
• Assisting with client hospitality during busy times or holidays
• Holiday cover for Southampton reception staff, dealing with incoming calls and visitors to the office
• Providing reception cover for the Winchester office when needed
• Greeting clients and visitors with warmth and professionalism

About You

We are looking for someone who enjoys a client-facing role and enjoys working as part of a busy, collaborative team. You will be organised, proactive, and confident in handling tasks with a positive attitude.

• Previous experience in a professional services environment
• Previous administrative experience, preferably in an archiving role
• An understanding of the role of reception in a professional environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A professional and approachable manner
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Flexibility to travel to Winchester for cover when required
• Excellent IT skills and be proficient in Word, Excel and Outlook

If you have the skills and experience outlined above and are seeking a rewarding opportunity with a respected employer, apply today.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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