Apply for this job
You are applying for this role:
Receptionist Job in Harrogate
To apply for this job, simply fill out the form below and attach your CV. One of our team will be in touch.
Receptionist Job in Harrogate
Slough
Our client is looking for a receptionist in Harrogate to provide a professional and dedicated reception service. The role represents the customer as the first point of contact for all users of the building.
As a receptionist, you will welcome and assist building users and visitors while maintaining a consistently professional and positive image. You will build strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and building users, respond to enquiries, and support the smooth operation of the reception area.
Recruitment Solutions is the agency supporting the recruitment process for this opportunity.
Upload your CVJob summary
- Slough
- 8-5pm, 40 hours per week
- Temporary role
- 15.00
About the role
This receptionist job in Harrogate involves providing a professional, welcoming, and efficient reception service.
Key responsibilities include:
- Welcome and assist all building users and visitors in a warm, professional, and timely manner.
- Present a consistently professional and positive image to both internal and external customers.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, colleagues, and building users.
- Respond to enquiries and resolve queries or complaints via phone, email, and general correspondence.
- Develop an understanding of customers’ core business activities.
- Maintain high safety and hygiene standards within the reception area.
- Follow a clear desk policy and ensure the reception area is tidy, well-presented, and fully stocked at all times.
- Maintain accurate visitor records, including visitor numbers, departments visited, and host details.
- Ensure all visitors are informed of building security and evacuation procedures.
- Provide general information about the premises and local area, including taxi bookings, nearby transport, parking, and restaurants.
- Manage security and telecommunications systems where required.
- Handle incoming and outgoing deliveries efficiently.
- Adhere to all security, confidentiality, and data protection procedures.
- Carry out additional administrative or office duties as reasonably required.
About you
Previous experience in a corporate environment is essential. You will also need excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence communicating with colleagues, staff, and customers at all levels.
Experience using visitor management, telephone, or helpdesk systems is beneficial but not essential.
The successful candidate will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, with strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively. You should be confident using computers and standard office systems.
Excellent people skills are also important, including active listening and the ability to build positive working relationships.
