Reception Administrator – Front‑Desk & Business Support

About the role

We are looking for a motivated Reception Administrator to join our client’s front‑desk team in St. Albans. The role combines traditional receptionist duties with broader business administration support, offering a solid foundation for professional development.

Key responsibilities

• Greet and assist visitors, handling incoming calls courteously.
• Manage reception tasks such as booking couriers, ordering lunches, and processing mail.
• Maintain meeting rooms and prepare refreshments for client meetings.
• Provide administrative support across departments, including HR and client documentation.
• Handle diary management, schedule meetings and arrange catering.
• Draft correspondence and manage client onboarding documentation in line with AML procedures.
• Maintain the online technical library and scan confidential documents.
• Act as Charity Champion, organise social events and undertake ad‑hoc tasks.

Required profile

• Proven experience in customer‑facing and administrative roles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, adaptable to different audiences.
• Proactive, self‑reliant with strong multitasking, organisational and prioritisation abilities.
• High attention to detail and effective teamwork.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint and Outlook (MS Office suite).
• Experience with CCH or a similar document‑management system (desirable).

What we offer

• Competitive salary between £25,000 and £30,000 per year.
• Full‑time permanent contract in a supportive environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and skill development.