Reception & Office Administrator

Office Angels

  • Wimbledon, South West London
  • £30,000 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
Job Title: Reception & Office Administrator
Salary: Circa £30,000
Location: Wimbledon
Working Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch break)
Key Relationships: HR ManagerRole SummaryOur client is seeking a proactive and personable Reception & Office Administrator to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of their Wimbledon office. This role is ideal for someone who takes pride in creating a welcoming environment, enjoys being the go-to person for office operations, and thrives in a fast-paced corporate setting. You will be the first point of contact for visitors and enquiries, while also supporting internal teams with a variety of administrative tasks.Key ResponsibilitiesReception Duties
  • Answer and direct incoming calls, take messages as needed
  • Welcome and assist clients and visitors
  • Manage deliveries, distribute post, and handle print room activities (printing, copying, binding, franking, posting, courier arrangements)
  • Prepare and service meeting rooms, including catering arrangements
Office Management
  • Conduct daily walkthroughs to ensure the office is clean, stocked, and ready for the day
  • Maintain office supplies and groceries within budget
  • Report maintenance issues and coordinate contractor access
  • Perform health and safety checks (e.g., fire call points, first aid kits)
  • Source quotes for new supplier contracts
  • Organise monthly social events and internal communications
Accounts Administration
  • File and chase supplier invoices
  • Upload approved invoices for payment
  • Administer expenses and prepare reports
  • Reconcile company credit cards
  • Prepare travel and mobile usage reports
  • Track travel movements for tax residency purposes
  • Assist with audit sample preparation
  • Support with other ad-hoc finance tasks
Administrative Support
  • Coordinate travel bookings (flights, chauffeurs, hotels)
  • General filing, archiving, and data entry
  • Assist with scheduling and document circulation
  • Support ad-hoc projects (e.g., expense automation)
  • Set up laptops and phones; liaise with external IT support
  • Perform other duties as required
Candidate Requirements
  • Minimum GCSEs (A*-C / 9-4) in English and Maths or equivalent
  • Previous experience in reception or administration is beneficial but not essential
  • Strong communication skills across all levels
  • Confident problem-solver with a proactive, can-do attitude
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
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