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Temporary Receptionist | Immediate Start

Office Angels
Taunton Contract GBP 24,784 – 24,784
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JOB TITLE: Temporary Receptionist - Immediate Start

LOCATION: Taunton

HOURLY RATE: £12.71 per hour

HOURS: Monday - Friday, 8am till 5pm

BENEFITS: We would love for you to join us, some of the great perks of temping through Office Angels include...

  • Weekly pay

  • Access to Boost - our exclusive platform with discounts on hundreds of retailers, a wellbeing hub with recipes, an exercise area, and a mindfulness section with blogs & videos

  • Temporary candidate of the month award

  • Temporary candidate lunches/treats

  • Online timesheets

  • A dedicated consultant as an additional layer of support

THE ROLE:

Are you a friendly and outgoing individual with a passion for providing exceptional customer service? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a dynamic team as a Showroom Receptionist. As the first point of contact for their valued customers, you will play a vital role in creating a positive and memorable experience. This is a temporary on-going role therefore you must be available immediately. As a showroom Receptionist, you will be the face of the company, welcoming customers with a warm smile and ensuring their needs are met throughout their visit.

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Greeting customers upon their arrival and providing a friendly and professional first impression

  • Assisting customers and answering any queries they may have

  • Managing phone calls and directing them to the appropriate departments or team members

  • Maintaining a clean and organised reception area, ensuring it reflects the brand's aesthetics and values

  • Collaborating with the sales team to schedule appointments and manage customer appointments effectively

KEY SKILLS:
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer-centric approach

  • Proven experience in a customer service or receptionist role, preferably in a showroom or retail environment

  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to multitask effectively in a fast-paced setting

  • Proficiency in using computer systems, including MS Office Suite and basic data entry

If you feel like you have the relevant skills for this role and would like further information, please submit your CV online or send your CV to directly to , alternatively contact the team on .

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

By applying for this role your details will be submitted to Office Angels. Our Candidate Privacy Information Statement explaining how we will use your information is available on our website.

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