Temporary Receptionist (3-Month Contract)

About the role

We are seeking a professional and personable Temporary Receptionist for a prestigious organisation in London. This 3‑month assignment offers a full‑time schedule (8:30 am‑5:30 pm) and the chance to be the first point of contact for employees, visitors and clients.

Key responsibilities

• Provide a warm, professional reception service for all visitors, employees and clients.
• Maintain the reception area to the highest standard at all times.
• Answer, direct and take messages for incoming telephone calls.
• Coordinate visitor arrivals, issue passes and notify hosts.
• Manage meeting‑room bookings and ensure rooms are prepared.
• Arrange catering and hospitality for meetings and events.
• Handle incoming and outgoing post, deliveries and courier services.
• Liaise with building management on access and facilities queries.
• Support the wider employee experience team with administrative tasks and office projects.

Required profile

• Confident, organised and customer‑service focused.
• Proactive, adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Polished professional presentation with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and discretion with confidential information.
• Team‑oriented attitude with a willingness to support colleagues.
• Ability to thrive in a busy corporate environment.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel)

What we offer

• 3‑month fixed‑term contract.
• Full‑time hours (8:30 am‑5:30 pm).
• Hourly rate between £20 and £24.