Receptionist | Leading Private Equity Firm | Temp to Contract | Immediate Start
Ref. V-56440
£16 - £17.5 Per Hour
London
Temporary
Posted 5 hours ago
Overview
Are you a calm, confident Receptionist who thrives in a fast‑paced office and is looking for a long‑term role?
A leading private equity firm is seeking a professional, polished Receptionist to join their front‑of‑house team on a temp‑to‑contract basis. This opportunity would suit someone immediately available, reliable, and genuinely looking for a long‑term position rather than short‑term temp work.
You will be the sole face of reception, making this an ideal role for someone confident running a busy front desk independently while staying calm and professional when priorities shift.
Key Responsibilities
A leading private equity firm is seeking a professional, polished Receptionist to join their front‑of‑house team on a temp‑to‑contract basis. This opportunity would suit someone immediately available, reliable, and genuinely looking for a long‑term position rather than short‑term temp work.
You will be the sole face of reception, making this an ideal role for someone confident running a busy front desk independently while staying calm and professional when priorities shift.
Key Responsibilities
- Acting as the first point of contact for clients, senior stakeholders and visitors
- Coordinating meeting rooms, setups, turnarounds and catering
- Managing visitor passes and maintaining accurate visitor logs
- Overseeing incoming and outgoing post and arranging couriers
- Supporting document preparation (printing, scanning, binding)
- Ensuring reception, pantry and meeting spaces are organised and presentable at all times
- Monitoring office supplies and placing orders as needed
- Providing ad‑hoc support to internal teams and guests
- Previous experience in a professional office environment (financial services or similar beneficial)
- Fully comfortable managing reception solo in a busy office
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills
- Calm, adaptable and unflappable when things change at short notice
- Strong attention to detail and a proactive mindset
- Polished presentation and strong client‑service approach
- Temp‑to‑contract opportunity with genuine long‑term potential
- Exposure to a high‑performing, professional private equity environment
- Ideal for someone seeking stability and progression rather than short‑term temp work