Receptionist (Temp) - Fashion

We're working with a leading fashion group based in Covent Garden who are looking for an experienced Receptionist to provide front-of-house cover for a two-week temp assignment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a confident, professional and approachable receptionist who enjoys creating a welcoming environment and being the first point of contact for visitors, clients and employees. You'll play a key role in ensuring the reception area runs smoothly while delivering an exceptional front-of-house experience.

The role will include a one-day handover next week, followed by full-time cover from Monday 22nd June for two weeks.
There is also potential for future temporary opportunities with similar clients and assignments following this placement.

Responsibilities:

• Welcome visitors, clients and guests, ensuring a positive and professional front-of-house experience.
• Handle all incoming calls, enquiries and transfers efficiently and professionally.
• Maintain a tidy, organised and presentable reception area at all times.
• Manage meeting room bookings and coordinated visitor arrivals.
• Set up meeting rooms and ensure spaces are prepared for meetings.
• Ensure meeting rooms and communal areas are reset and ready for use throughout the day.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, deliveries and courier collections.
• Coordinate DHL and DPD deliveries.
• Maintain visitor logs accurately.
• Assist with admin tasks and provid support to the wider team as required.
• Handle day-to-day queries with a proactive and solutions-focused approach.

Requirements:

• Previous reception experience is essential and must be clearly demonstrated on your CV.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional and approachable manner.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Confident managing a busy front-of-house environment.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experience working within a fashion, retail, media, creative or entertainment office.

Highly desirable:

• Previous experience with DPD and DHL courier processes.
• First Aid certification or practical First Aid experience.
• Fire Marshal certification or experience.

This role would suit a reliable, proactive and professional receptionist who enjoys working within a creative and fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering an outstanding front-of-house experience.

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.