Receptionist

Job Description

1 Month Contract with a Local Authority

Umbrella - £18.29 per hour - Umbrella

Job Purpose

As a Receptionist, you will provide front-of-house, reception, clerical and administrative support, ensuring visitors, customers and staff receive a professional and efficient service while supporting the day-to-day operation of the office.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Undertake reception and greeting duties.

• Answer telephone and face-to-face enquiries.

• Provide clerical and administrative support.

• Photocopy, file, email and complete routine documentation.

• Maintain manual and electronic records.

• Carry out word processing and data entry tasks.

• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.

• Organise meetings, room bookings and travel arrangements.

• Assist with stationery stock control and office supplies.

• Attend meetings when required.

• Provide cover for colleagues during absences.

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.

• Support the wider administrative team as required.

Essential Experience Required

• Previous Reception, Customer Service or Administrative experience.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.

• Good numeracy and literacy skills.

• Experience maintaining records and databases.

• Ability to work as part of a team.

• Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.

• Professional and courteous approach.

• Experience dealing with confidential information.

Additional Information to Note

• Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week.

• Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1YN.

• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) desirable.

• Experience within Local Government desirable.

• On-site Interview.

• Interview Date: 15th October 2026.

• 3 Years References required.

• Supplier Submission Deadline: 9th October 2026.

• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.

• Apply ASAP.

Requirements
As a Receptionist, you will provide front-of-house, reception, clerical and administrative support, ensuring visitors, customers and staff receive a professional and efficient service while supporting the day-to-day operation of the office.