Part Time Receptionist
Are you a highly organised and professional individual looking for a Receptionist role where you can be the first point of contact in a busy office environment, providing excellent customer service and administrative support within a respected regional business?
We are working in partnership with a well-established housebuilding organisation to recruit a Receptionist to join their Teesside office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and friendly individual to take ownership of front-of-house operations and provide essential administrative support across multiple departments.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment, takes pride in delivering excellent customer care, and is looking for a stable, part-time opportunity with flexibility and variety.
You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of reception and front-of-house operations, acting as the first point of contact for visitors, calls, and general enquiries, while supporting wider administrative functions across the business.
What You’ll Be Doing:
* Managing front-of-house reception duties, ensuring all visitors are greeted professionally and efficiently
* Operating the switchboard, answering and directing telephone calls in a polite and timely manner
* Maintaining a presentable and welcoming reception area at all times
* Coordinating incoming deliveries and notifying relevant departments promptly
* Organising and booking meeting rooms, ensuring facilities and refreshments are arranged as required
* Providing general administrative and secretarial support across the business as needed
* Handling incoming emails and enquiries via the company website, ensuring timely and professional responses
* Supporting accurate processing of documents, paperwork, and internal correspondence
* Maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information
* Assisting with office organisation and ad hoc tasks as directed by senior staff
* Providing reception cover during lunch breaks, holidays, and periods of absence
* Delivering a consistently high level of customer service to all internal and external stakeholders
What We’re Looking For:
* Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house, or office administration role
* Strong written and verbal communication skills
* Excellent organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail
* Confident using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
* Ability to work independently using initiative as well as part of a team
* Professional, friendly, and customer-focused approach
* Good time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively
* Flexible approach to working hours to provide cover when required
* Self-motivated with a proactive attitude towards supporting office operations
Role Information:
* Part-time role (16 hours per week)
* Based in Teesside
* Competitive salary – Pro Rota (DOE)
* Flexible working required to cover holidays, absences, and lunch periods
* Opportunity to work within a well-established and supportive business environment
* Varied role with exposure across multiple departments
* Long-term opportunity with stability and ongoing support
This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.
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Please contact Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity