Receptionist

1 Month Contract with a Local Authority

Umbrella - £18.29 per hour - Umbrella

Job Purpose

As a Receptionist, you will provide front-of-house, reception, clerical and administrative support, ensuring visitors, customers and staff receive a professional and efficient service while supporting the day-to-day operation of the office.

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Undertake reception and greeting duties.
• Answer telephone and face-to-face enquiries.
• Provide clerical and administrative support.
• Photocopy, file, email and complete routine documentation.
• Maintain manual and electronic records.
• Carry out word processing and data entry tasks.
• Sort and distribute incoming and outgoing mail.
• Organise meetings, room bookings and travel arrangements.
• Assist with stationery stock control and office supplies.
• Attend meetings when required.
• Provide cover for colleagues during absences.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
• Support the wider administrative team as required.

Essential Experience Required

• Previous Reception, Customer Service or Administrative experience.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Good IT skills including Microsoft Office applications.
• Good numeracy and literacy skills.
• Experience maintaining records and databases.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work to deadlines.
• Professional and courteous approach.
• Experience dealing with confidential information.

Additional Information to Note

• Working Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
• Ruthin, Denbighshire, LL15 1YN.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) desirable.
• Experience within Local Government desirable.
• On-site Interview.
• Interview Date: 15th October 2026.
• 3 Years References required.
• Supplier Submission Deadline: 9th October 2026.
• We work on bi-weekly payment schedule.
• Apply ASAP.

As a Receptionist, you will provide front-of-house, reception, clerical and administrative support, ensuring visitors, customers and staff receive a professional and efficient service while supporting the day-to-day operation of the office.