Job Introduction
Do you want to be part of an award-winning team? The winners of Strong Together in 2023, 2024 and 'Front of House Team of the Year' at the Cateys 2024 never stop growing.
We are looking for a Corporate Receptionist to join our creative team and support us delivering the excellent service we are known for, in two client buildings based near Green Park/Piccadilly Circus/ St. James's Park.
The Corporate Receptionist will be the first point of contact for visitors, staff and a key component in ensuring seamless service delivery within the office environment.
Type of contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 per week (Monday-Friday; shift rota basis 8 AM - 6:30 PM, with flexibility as per business needs)
Additional benefits: Uniform, discretionary bonus, free membership to our in-house gym, complimentary lunch in our staff restaurant, and other exciting benefits given by the Client to reward our efforts
What will you get?
- Financial Freedom: Enjoy exclusive travel and grocery discounts, plus life assurance and cash rewards!
- Secure Your Future: Benefit from a contributory pension scheme for a stable financial tomorrow.
- Health Matters: Access wellness programs, an Employee Assistance Program, and digital GP services for holistic support.
- Thrive Personally & Professionally: Unlock endless learning and development opportunities to elevate your career!
- Celebrate Excellence: Shine a spotlight on outstanding peers with WOW Awards for their exceptional contributions.
- Give Back to Community: Take one paid day off annually to support a cause you’re passionate about!
Main responsibilities
- Welcoming guests and managing front-of-house operations, including switchboard duties and visitor enquiries
- Coordinating a complex meeting room diary, including AV/IT setup and catering arrangements
- Liaising with internal teams such as secretarial, catering, IT/AV, and facilities to ensure seamless service delivery
- Maintaining the reception area and meeting rooms to high standards of cleanliness and presentation
- Handling mail, deliveries, and couriers, including franking, invoice checks, and distribution
- Managing administrative tasks such as taxi bookings, contractor access, and security pass issuance
- Supporting building and facilities operations, including reporting and following up on maintenance issues
The ideal candidate will
- Share our Rapport values: Create Rapport, Be Brilliant, Innovative Spirit, Walk Tall and Stronger Together
- Possess a positive, outgoing personality and be able to easily build rapport with key stakeholders
- Be proactive with a "can-do" attitude, flexible, and adaptable, with great attention to detail, and ambition to go the extra mile
- Understand the demands of working in a prestigious corporate environment, and the importance of the Receptionist role
- Be highly professional and stay calm under pressure, with a creative mindset and passion to grow
- Take pride in providing a first-class service, with a strong customer service ethic
- Possess excellent communication skills, verbal and written
- Ideally, have at least one year of customer service experience in a similar role within a luxury hotel, premium airline, or corporate environment
About us
Rapport Guest Services is a multi-award-winning company, delivering front- and back-of-house guest services for leading organisations across the UK, Ireland, and globally. As part of Compass Group UK&I, we combine people-first culture with exceptional service standards.
We are proud of our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, offering meaningful roles for individuals with additional needs.
Find out more about us and our values at www.rapportservice.com.
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