Receptionist Administrator

Receptionist Administrator
Barnstaple, Devon
£20,547 - £26,000 DOE

Our client, a prominent Accountancy Practice in the South West region, is currently seeking a proactive Receptionist to become a valued member of their Barnstaple office on a full-time, permanent basis.

This role suits those excelling in administration and people engagement. The successful candidate will embody a blend of outgoing social finesse with a positive and approachable demeanour, showcasing resilience in multitasking, adaptability, initiative, professionalism, and a conscientious team-oriented approach.

The responsibilities:

• Maintain cleanliness and order in reception and meeting areas.
• Professionally manage calls, messages, visitor interactions, typing, document handling, scanning, and correspondence.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries.
• Provide cashier and administrative services following procedures.
• Handle financial transactions, deposits, and withdrawals.
• Input, retrieve, and present data using computer systems.
• Update and manage client data while complying with Data Protection Act guidelines.
• Promote products, matching them to customer needs.
• Ensure fire safety compliance for visitors and contractors.
• Assist Partners and Managers with admin tasks.
• Schedule meetings and manage client hospitality.
• May undertake additional duties directed by the local Partnership team.

The candidate:

• Sound knowledge of MS Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Prior experience in a similar administrative or customer-facing role.
• Experience within a cashier banking or building society environment would be desirable.
• Initiative-driven, with prioritisation and deadline management skills.
• Passionate about delivering exceptional service.
• Proficient typing skills with accuracy.
• Excellent oral and written communication abilities.

The benefits:

• 36.25 hours per week / 5 days including Saturday mornings.
• 20 days annual leave + bank holidays (increasing to 25 days after 3 years) with the opportunity to carry over 1 week's holiday.
• Annual salary review.
• Death in service benefit 3x annual salary.
• Access to a Rewards and Health scheme, encompassing the Employee Assistance Programme helpline, along with flexible benefits such as holiday options, Cycle to Work, Payroll Charity Giving, and Private Medical Insurance.
• Commission schemes for client and team member introductions.
• Pension scheme (3% rising to 4%, matched up to 6% after 4 years).
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity benefits after one year.

If you would like to know more about this Receptionist Administrator opportunity, please get in touch with Kate King, here at Lloyd Barnes Commercial Recruitment.

Ref: KK14713