Senior Receptionist , Financial Services Firm , Edinburgh

SALARY: 25-28,500

The Client

An established Financial Services business running Investment Management services for clients.

The Role

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Senior Receptionist to join a Financial Services firm with Edinburgh.

The Senior Receptionist will take ownership of the smooth and professional running of the Front of house area – confidently able to manage the daily office administrative tasks, as well as delivering a first-class client service for the Financial Services firm.

The Senior Receptionist is to manage and work alongside both the Junior Receptionist and Telephonist, helping to support both functions in the smooth running of the services, coordinating the daily tasks for the Reception team and divide amongst both.

The Senior Receptionist will be expected to help cover the switchboard in the absence of the Telephonist, maintaining a high level of efficiency. Always forward thinking to ensure both phones and meeting events are covered, and meeting rooms are fully stocked, clean and ready to use.

The Senior Receptionist will maintain professionalism when meeting visitors of the firm as well as staff members, ensuring to take clear and precise messages that are forwarded on in a timely manner.

The Senior Receptionist will assist with the setup of large catered meeting events as well as arranging lunches for client meetings.

The Senior Receptionist will maintain stock levels of all refreshments required for the meeting rooms ensuring to order stock when needed.

The Senior Receptionist will be expected to take on First Aid and Fire Marshall roles.

The Candidate

2-3 years relevant experience working as a Front of House / Receptionist for a corporate office/building environment.

Intermediate competence of Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

Excellent organisational, time management and administrative skills.

Knowledge of Financial Services would be beneficial, although not essential.

Ability to provide 5-star service, can-do attitude and flexibility.

Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Strong time management skills

Well presented and professional at all times.