Receptionist

We are seeking a professional, articulate, and highly organised Receptionist & Administrative Assistant to join a busy head office team in Croydon

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In this front-of-house role, you will serve as the first point of contact for high-profile visitors, support the executive and CEO teams, and ensure daily office operations run smoothly

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Key Responsibilities

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Front of House & Reception

Welcome all visitors, guests, and senior stakeholders professionally while maintaining robust safeguarding, sign-in, and health & safety compliance

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Switchboard Operations

Manage incoming calls efficiently, screen enquiries, take accurate messages, and redirect calls to relevant staff and departments

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Meeting & Hospitality Support

Maintain reception areas and meeting rooms to an exceptional standard; organise and prepare refreshments for senior meetings and executive events

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Facilities & Office Coordination

Partner with the Office Manager to coordinate contractor visits, service maintenance (HVAC, utilities), and scheduled fire safety drills

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Mail & Couriers

Oversee incoming and outgoing post and deliveries, manage courier bookings, and monitor the franking machine account and stationery stock

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Administrative & Database Management

Update internal staff records, visitor logging systems, and directory contact sheets accurately

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Candidate Profile

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Experience

Proven track record in a corporate reception, front-of-house, or busy administrative support role

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Technical Proficiency

Confident user of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams,SharePoint) and experience working with internal database or management information systems (MIS)

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Communication Skills

Exceptional verbal and written communication with a business-smart presentation

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Work Ethic

Strong time-management skills, high attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise and multi-task effectively in a fast-paced setting

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Collaborative Mindset

A proactive team player who can take initiative and liaise effectively across all seniority levels

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What's on Offer

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Competitive daily pay rate equivalent to £28,860 - £32,000 per annum, paid weekly via PAYE

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Immediate start.

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Strong opportunity for permanent placement following the initial assignment period.

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Located close to South Croydon station with excellent transport links.

Vetting Requirements

Please note that this position is subject to strict pre-employment vetting, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, professional referencing, and right-to-work verification.

Why Work with Randstad?

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Weekly Pay via PAYE

Consistent, reliable weekly pay straight into your account every Friday

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Dedicated Consultant Support

A single point of contact to support you through the vetting process, your onboarding, and throughout the duration of your assignment.

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Career Progression

Access to a broad network of permanent, temporary, and temp-to-perm roles across leading UK organisations.

Next Steps

Interviews will take place via MS Teams

. If you have the relevant administrative and front-of-house experience and meet the vetting criteria, apply today with your updated CV for immediate consideration.