Office Administrator / Reception Lead
| Posting date: | 09 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £28,000 to £32,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £30,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 08 January 2026 |
| Location: | Bristol, Bristol, BS16 1GW |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4734432_1765285884 |
Summary
Your new company
You will be joining a global business's Bristol office as their office administrator and reception coordinator lead.
Your new role
You will be coordinating two receptionists as well as liaising with the facilities and customer service teams to complete the below duties:
- Answer incoming telephone calls and direct them via the internal system
- Meet and greet all visitors professionally and courteously
- Provide administrative support to the department and assist others when needed
- Coordinate website enquiries and direct emails appropriately
- Liaise with third-party suppliers
- Sort and distribute incoming mail and deliveries
- Manage meeting rooms via Outlook, including arranging catering and refreshments
- Book car parking, hotels, and travel
- Work closely with facilities to maintain office tidiness and functionality
- Perform ad hoc administrative tasks such as filing, binding, and photocopying
What you'll need to succeed
- Excellent customer service and communication skills
- Strong prioritisation and time management abilities
- Competent computer skills and typing speed (Microsoft Office proficiency, especially Outlook, is desirable)
- High attention to detail
- Ability to work independently and take initiative
- A positive, 'can do' attitude
- Previous receptionist experience is advantageous
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 25 days holiday, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 extra days
- Free parking
- Opportunities for progression and development
- Contributory pension scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounts at over 7,000 retailers
- Salary sacrifice schemes including childcare vouchers
What you need to do now
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