Part Time Receptionist

Are you a highly organised and professional individual looking for a Receptionist role where you can be the first point of contact in a busy office environment, providing excellent customer service and administrative support within a respected regional business?

We are working in partnership with a well-established housebuilding organisation to recruit a Receptionist to join their Teesside office. This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident and friendly individual to take ownership of front-of-house operations and provide essential administrative support across multiple departments.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced office environment, takes pride in delivering excellent customer care, and is looking for a stable, part-time opportunity with flexibility and variety.

You will be responsible for ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of reception and front-of-house operations, acting as the first point of contact for visitors, calls, and general enquiries, while supporting wider administrative functions across the business.

What You’ll Be Doing:

* Managing front-of-house reception duties, ensuring all visitors are greeted professionally and efficiently

* Operating the switchboard, answering and directing telephone calls in a polite and timely manner

* Maintaining a presentable and welcoming reception area at all times

* Coordinating incoming deliveries and notifying relevant departments promptly

* Organising and booking meeting rooms, ensuring facilities and refreshments are arranged as required

* Providing general administrative and secretarial support across the business as needed

* Handling incoming emails and enquiries via the company website, ensuring timely and professional responses

* Supporting accurate processing of documents, paperwork, and internal correspondence

* Maintaining confidentiality when handling sensitive information

* Assisting with office organisation and ad hoc tasks as directed by senior staff

* Providing reception cover during lunch breaks, holidays, and periods of absence

* Delivering a consistently high level of customer service to all internal and external stakeholders

What We’re Looking For:

* Previous experience in a receptionist, front-of-house, or office administration role

* Strong written and verbal communication skills

* Excellent organisational skills with a high level of attention to detail

* Confident using Microsoft Office packages including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook

* Ability to work independently using initiative as well as part of a team

* Professional, friendly, and customer-focused approach

* Good time management skills and ability to prioritise tasks effectively

* Flexible approach to working hours to provide cover when required

* Self-motivated with a proactive attitude towards supporting office operations

Role Information:

* Part-time role (16 hours per week)

* Based in Teesside

* Competitive salary - Pro Rota (DOE)

* Flexible working required to cover holidays, absences, and lunch periods

* Opportunity to work within a well-established and supportive business environment

* Varied role with exposure across multiple departments

* Long-term opportunity with stability and ongoing support

This is a permanent position and Elvet Recruitment Limited will be acting as an employment agency for permanent recruitment on behalf of our client.

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Please contact Heather Sweetman at Elvet Recruitment for a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity
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