Receptionist & Office Assistant
Job Description
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8am–5pm
Salary: Up to £35,000 depending on experience
Location: City of London (full-time, office-based role)
A prestigious global financial services firm is looking for a dedicated Receptionist / Office Coordinator to join their London office on a temp-to-perm basis.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with around a year of corporate experience who’s ready to take the next step in a dynamic, fast-paced environment. The firm is looking for someone with a strong work ethic, excellent attention to detail, and a consistently positive, professional attitude.
What you'll do:
As the first point of contact for clients, guests, and colleagues, you’ll play a vital role in ensuring the office runs smoothly and efficiently. Your responsibilities will include:
- Managing reception duties, including calls, visitors, deliveries, and post
- Coordinating meeting room bookings and maintaining a professional front-of-house area
- Organising food, beverage, and catering arrangements for meetings and events
- Supporting visiting employees with access, desk allocation, and logistics
- Monitoring office supplies and placing orders as needed
- Assisting with internal events and day-to-day office management tasks
- Handling ad-hoc administrative requests with accuracy and care
Who you are:
You’ll be someone who thrives in a professional environment and understands the importance of precision and presentation. You take pride in doing things properly, and you’re always one step ahead.
- A proactive, can-do attitude and strong sense of responsibility
- Excellent organisational and multitasking skills
- High attention to detail and accuracy in every task
- Clear, confident communication skills – both verbal and written
- A professional, courteous manner with colleagues and visitors alike
- A strong work ethic and willingness to help wherever needed
- Experience in a corporate or financial services environment is preferred, and familiarity with G Suite would be an advantage.
Benefits:
- Generous paid time off policies
- Savings plans and other financial wellness tools
- Free breakfast, lunch, and snacks daily
- In-office wellness experiences and reimbursement for select wellness expenses (e.g., gym, personal training and more)
- Company-sponsored sports teams and fitness events
- Volunteer opportunities and charitable giving
- Social events, happy hours, treats, and celebrations throughout the year
- Workshops and continuous learning opportunities
REF: JC126133