Receptionist (Temp) - Manchester City Centre

Front of house

• Location: Manchester City Centre (office-based)
• Contract: Approx. 3 months (with possible extension)
• Pay: £13.85 per hour
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Be the face of a global business

Avencia are partnered with prestigious specialty global insurer and we're looking for a Front of House Receptionist to join them on a temporary basis, ensuring their Manchester office runs smoothly. If you're someone who takes pride in delivering exceptional service and creating a positive first impression, we'd love to hear from you.

What you'll be doing:

As the face of our Manchester office, you'll play a key role in creating a professional, welcoming, and efficient environment:

• Welcoming visitors, clients, and colleagues with confidence and professionalism

• Managing meeting rooms, bookings, and catering requirements

• Handling incoming calls and delivering excellent front-line customer service

• Managing post, deliveries, and general office administration
• Supporting facilities and ensuring the office is well-stocked and running smoothly

• Maintaining security, access control, and health & safety standards

• Supporting colleagues with day-to-day office queries and administrative tasks

What you'll bring:

• We're looking for someone proactive, organised, and people-focused

• Previous reception or front-of-house experience

• Excellent communication and customer service skills

• Strong organisation and multitasking ability

• Good IT skills and attention to detail

• A collaborative, team-oriented approach

• Awareness of health & safety procedures (First Aid/Fire Marshal is a plus)