Temporary Receptionist & Office Manager On behalf of our client
London Office (near Old Street Tube Station) 2-3 month contract Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm (to be confirmed) £17 per hour via Umbrella Company
Our client is looking for a confident, proactive Receptionist & Office Manager to join their London office on a temporary basis for 2-3 months. This is a varied, hands‑on role that blends front‑of‑house presence with full office management responsibility.
Important note: This is not a high‑volume, super‑busy front‑of‑house position. You will be the only person on reception for the majority of the time, so you must be genuinely happy working independently, self‑motivating, and comfortable taking ownership of the office environment when no one else is around.
How you’ll make an impact
- Be the welcoming first point of contact for visitors, clients, and employees
- Keep the reception area and overall office tidy, professional, and well‑presented
- Handle calls, emails, deliveries, couriers, and general enquiries
- Manage meeting room bookings and ensure rooms are set up and maintained
- Oversee day‑to‑day office operations, including supplies, stock checks, and vendor coordination; liaise with contractors, suppliers, and maintenance providers
- Support office events and team activities (mostly during normal hours, occasional after‑hours – fully paid)
- Act as the primary facilities contact and elevate issues where needed
- Own key Health & Safety duties, including fire safety compliance, fire marshal responsibilities, and serving as the First Aid point of contact
- Maintain H&S records, incident logs, and follow up on actions
- Assist the travel desk with bookings when required
- Support any other ad‑hoc requests
What’s important to our client
Essential
- Previous experience in a Reception, Office Assistant, Office Manager, or Facilities role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise
- Confident dealing with contractors, suppliers, and external partners
- Knowledge of health & safety basics (fire safety, first aid processes) or willingness to train
- Proficiency in MS Office or equivalent tools
Desirable
- Fire Marshal or First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) would be a big bonus
- Experience with PAT testing scheduling or facilities coordination
- Background in a fast‑paced professional services or tech environment
Personal Attributes
- Professional, friendly, and approachable; proactive “see it, fix it” attitude
- Calm under pressure and adaptable
- Strong sense of ownership and pride in maintaining a great workplace
- Self‑motivated and comfortable working alone for long periods
Right to Work Candidates must have full legal Right to Work in the UK for this temporary contract. We do not offer visa sponsorship or support.
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