Receptionist

Job Title: Receptionist / Administrative Support

Location: Cannon House, Chatsworth Road, Worthing, BN11 1NA
Contract Type: Temporary Christmas Cover (until early January)

Job Purpose

The Receptionist will be responsible for delivering a professional, welcoming first impression while providing high-level administrative and clerical support. This role is central to the smooth day-to-day operation of the office, ensuring visitors, calls, and administrative tasks are handled efficiently and discreetly.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and direct visitors in a professional and courteous manner

• Answer and manage incoming telephone calls or switchboard enquiries

• Provide general information to visitors and callers

• Receive, distribute, and dispatch packages via courier services

• Maintain accurate visitor and call logs

• Issue and manage security passes and visitor badges

• Coordinate boardroom bookings and ensure rooms and equipment are prepared and maintained

• Carry out general administrative duties including:

  • Typing and document preparation

  • Filing and record management

  • Photocopying, scanning, and binding documents

  • Preparing and distributing mail and internal communications

• Provide ad-hoc administrative support to the wider team as required

Skills & Competencies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills

• Ability to multi-task and prioritise workloads effectively

• Confident working independently with minimal supervision

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Able to handle confidential information with discretion

• Competent in Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Experience & Qualifications

• 2 4 years experience in a receptionist or administrative support role

• Previous experience in a professional office environment preferred

Additional Information

• Temporary position providing Christmas cover until early January

• Office-based role at Cannon House, Worthing

• Ideal for candidates seeking short-term work in a professional environment