Job Introduction
We are seeking a Part-time Receptionist and Switchboard Operator to join our Rapport team of 18 Ambassadors. This role is based at our client’s office near Bank / Monument station.
In this position, you will manage reception services and operate the switchboard, delivering exceptional customer service and maintaining a professional standard across both front-of-house and back-of-house duties. You will consistently provide a warm, welcoming presence and respond promptly to internal and external enquiries. A strong guest-focused approach and a commitment to exceeding expectations are essential.
Type of contract: Part-time, Permanent
Hours: 32 per week (Monday - Thursday, shift rota basis between 8 AM and 6 PM
Salary: £27,081 per annum
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
- Promoting and supporting a first-class and professional front-of-house service to employees, guests, and visitors either in person or over the telephone
- Ensuring telephone enquiries are dealt with in line with the company standards in a professional, consistent and efficient manner, minimising missed calls
- Ensuring all the procedures and standards as described in the manual are adhered to at all times
- Maintaining efficient relationships and communication with all support departments (AV/Catering/Facilities)
- Managing the meeting rooms and allocating all the requests whenever possible
- Paying attention to details in all aspects of service and presentation, to maintain and improve on current standards being achieved
The ideal candidate will
- Share our Rapport values: Create Rapport, Be Brilliant, Innovative Spirit, Walk Tall and Stronger Together.
- Have an outgoing personality and be able to easily build rapport with key stakeholders
- Display excellent personal presentation and interpersonal skills
- Be highly organised, proactive, flexible, with great attention to detail, problem solving skills, a can-do attitude and ambition to learn and grow
- Be able to work well under pressure and act proactively and intuitively, with a flexible approach at all times
- Be passionate about delivering high standard service and going the extra mile
- Ideally, have at least one year of experience in a similar role within a five star hotel 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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