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Receptionist / Admin Assistant

Pertemps Bristol Commercial
Posted a month ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Holsworthy, Devon EX22 6HZ, England

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance

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  • The position is for a Receptionist / Administrative Assistant at a well-established accountancy firm in Holsworthy, offering a salary of £23,751 per annum.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in an administrative or receptionist role, demonstrating strong organisational and communication skills.
  • The role involves greeting clients, managing meeting room bookings, and providing administrative support to senior staff, among other responsibilities.
  • Flexible working hours are available, with a preferred commitment of 36.25 hours per week, though a minimum of 21.75 hours is acceptable.
  • The company offers a supportive office culture, benefits including 20 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and various additional perks.
Receptionist / Administrative Assistant - HolsworthyLocation: Holsworthy (Office-based, with flexible hours considered)Hours: Preferred 36.25 hours/week, minimum 21.75 hours/weekContract: PermanentSalary: £23,751 per annumLooking for a role where your friendly manner, razor-sharp organisation, and can-do attitude really matter? This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy, well-established accountancy firm in the heart of Holsworthy, in a role that's as vital to the team as it is varied.You'll be the friendly face and steady hand that helps keep the office running smoothly day-to-day. From greeting clients with a warm welcome to handling admin behind the scenes, you'll play a crucial role in supporting the team's ongoing success.If you're proactive, thrive in a people-facing role, and love bringing order to the chaos, read on!What You'll Be DoingAs a key member of the admin team, you'll:
  • Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior staff
  • Manage meeting room bookings and prepare spaces for client visits
  • Greet visitors, manage parking arrangements, and serve refreshments
  • Answer phones and intercom professionally and efficiently
  • Manage incoming/outgoing post and monitor the shared inbox
  • Handle petty cash, payments, and banking as required
  • Keep supplier and contractor info up to date (utilities, emergency contacts etc.)
  • Support client onboarding, including ID checks and legal documentation
  • Maintain accurate records on internal databases
  • Assist with planning and logistics for local office events
  • Keep the office filing and document storage in good order
Note: this description covers the core duties, but flexibility is key - other admin responsibilities may come your way as needed.What We're Looking ForYou're someone who thrives on helping others, staying organised, and keeping things ticking along smoothly. Ideally, you'll bring:
  • Previous experience in an admin or receptionist role (or similar)
  • A warm, approachable personality and professional manner
  • Excellent organisational skills and a keen eye for detail
  • Strong verbal and written communication
  • Confidence using Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
  • Discretion and integrity when handling confidential information
  • A flexible, team-player attitude - but happy working independently too
Why Join?
  • Friendly, supportive office culture in the centre of Holsworthy
  • 20 days' holiday + bank holidays (rising to 25 days with service)
  • Flexible working considered, depending on the needs of the role
  • Annual salary review
  • Pension scheme (starting at 3%, rising to 4%, matched up to 6% after 4 years)
  • Enhanced maternity and paternity pay (after one year)
  • Life assurance (3x salary)
  • 24-hour Employee Assistance helpline
  • Health and Rewards scheme
  • Additional flexible benefits: buy/sell holiday, Cycle to Work, Payroll Giving, and Private Medical Insurance
  • Staff and client referral bonus schemes

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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