Receptionist

4768797
  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Wakefield
  • Working Pattern

    Part-time,
  • Specialism

    Receptionist
  • Industry

    Legal
  • Pay

    12.21
  • Closing date

    20 Feb 2026

Receptionist | Maternity Cover | Wakefield

Receptionist (Maternity Cover)


I am working with a client based in Horbury, who are looking for a professional, approachable, and highly organised front-of-house receptionist to join their team on a 1-year maternity cover. This role will mean you are the first point of contact for clients, you will play a key role in delivering a welcoming and efficient front‑of‑house experience. This role is part-time and requires someone to be in the office 3 full days a week.
Key Responsibilities
  • Answering incoming calls in a warm, professional telephone manner
  • Greeting clients and visitors on arrival
  • Managing appointments and directing enquiries to the appropriate departments
  • Handling incoming and outgoing posts
  • Maintaining a tidy and organised reception area
  • General administrative support to the wider team

We are looking for someone who is:
  • Confident and articulate with excellent telephone etiquette.
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to manage a busy reception environment.
  • Friendly, approachable, and client‑focused
  • Experienced in administration or reception work (legal sector experience is a bonus but not essential)
  • Comfortable working independently and as part of a small team
  • Able to commit to three full office‑based days per week

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