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Receptionist

Recruiter
Australasian Recruitment Company
Location
Oxfordshire
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Not Specified
First listed by Ontap
24 August 2026
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Job description

RECEPTIONIST A short-term temporary opportunity with an immediate start to support a professional office environment as a Receptionist in Henley-on-Thames. The role focuses on delivering an excellent client and visitor experience through a polished front-of-house service, including managing reception, handling switchboard calls, and coordinating room bookings. Ideal for someone professional, courteous, and organised, with the ability to provide a seamless and welcoming experience.

RECEPTIONIST ROLE:

Welcoming visitors professionally, creating a friendly and positive first point of contact
Checking in visitors using a visitor management system and ensuring hosts are notified promptly
Managing switchboard calls efficiently while maintaining high customer service standards and call handling procedures
Booking meeting rooms, conferences and events while coordinating room set-ups, catering and IT requirements
Liaising with clients, catering, housekeeping and facilities teams to ensure smooth daily operations
Maintaining a tidy, safe and professional reception environment at all times
Handling general enquiries, monitoring reception inboxes and supporting ad hoc administrative tasks
Demonstrating attention to detail, professionalism and a proactive approach when managing client and staff requests

RECEPTIONIST ESSENTIALS:

Demonstrating a minimum of 12 months of experience in a similar role
Using Microsoft Office applications and Microsoft Teams confidently in a professional setting
Communicating clearly and effectively with colleagues, clients and visitors
Managing time effectively while balancing conflicting priorities
Presenting a polished and professional appearance at all times
Delivering consistent, best-in-class customer service
Problem-solving effectively and making appropriate decisions when required
Building strong rapport and positive working relationships to support a collaborative environment

If you feel that you fit the above criteria, then please apply today by submitting your CV to us. Please note that due to the high volume of applications that we receive, only successful applicants will be contacted. For information on how we process personal information, please refer to our website: How We Use Your Personal Information.

At Australasian Recruitment Company we are committed to an Equal Opportunities policy and make employment decisions by matching business needs with the skills and experience of candidates, irrespective of age, disability (including hidden disabilities) gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.

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