Job Title: Elite Cover Corporate Receptionist – Monday to Friday | Central London
Location: Central London (Multiple Corporate Client Sites)
Salary: £30,784 per year
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
Working Hours: 40 hours per week
Working Days: Monday – Friday
Shift Pattern: Typically 08:00–17:00, 09:00–18:00 or 10:00–19:00, depending on client requirements, you must be available for all patterns.
About the Role
We are looking for professional, personable and highly reliable Corporate Receptionists to join our Elite Cover Team. This role is ideal for candidates seeking flexibility, including students, freelancers, hospitality professionals, or individuals looking for varied work across some of London's most prestigious corporate environments.
As part of our Elite Cover Team, you will provide front-of-house support across multiple client locations throughout Central London, delivering exceptional customer service while representing both Bennett Hay and our clients to the highest standard.
You will be responsible for ensuring a seamless visitor experience, maintaining professional reception standards, managing communications, and supporting day-to-day front-of-house operations. No two days are the same, as you may work across different sites, industries and corporate environments.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing busy corporate reception desks and front-of-house areas
- Greeting visitors, guests and clients in a professional and welcoming manner
- Issuing visitor passes and managing site security procedures
- Answering and transferring telephone calls efficiently
- Managing shared inboxes and responding to email enquiries
- Coordinating meeting room bookings and visitor arrivals
- Maintaining accurate visitor records and sign-in systems
- Liaising with building management, security teams and client stakeholders
- Ensuring reception areas remain organised, presentable and professional at all times
- Providing administrative support where required
- Representing Bennett Hay and our clients with professionalism and enthusiasm
- Standing for 8 hours and greeting guests
What We're Looking For
- Previous customer service, reception, hospitality, retail or guest services experience
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Professional presentation and high grooming standards
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Confident using Microsoft Outlook, Teams and general office systems
- Ability to adapt quickly to different workplaces and client cultures
- A positive, proactive and flexible attitude
- Reliability and punctuality are essential
- Ability to travel across Central London for assignments
Benefits
- Pension and Life Assurance
- Health Cash Plan for you and your dependents
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Holiday Purchase Scheme
- Opportunities for professional development and career progression
- Friendly and supportive team environment
- Exposure to a variety of prestigious corporate workplaces across London
- Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability
About Bennett Hay
At Bennett Hay, we are known for delivering exceptional guest service and creating memorable experiences across London. Our personalised approach ensures every detail is perfect for our clients and their guests. As proud recipients of the Investors in People Gold accreditation, we are committed to the wellbeing and professional growth of our colleagues.
If you're passionate about customer service and enjoy working in professional corporate environments, we'd love to hear from you.
Start Date: Immediate / As Soon As Possible
Please note: Please do not call our Head Office regarding vacancy-related questions, as our HR Recruitment team is not always on site and prefers communication via email.
Pay: £30,784.00 per year
Application question(s):
- Would you be happy to work on a casual zero-hours contract? If yes, what do you like about the flexibility it offers?
- Would you be open to working Monday to Friday, up to 5 days per week, on occasion when business needs require additional cover?
Work Location: In person
