Coordinator, Reception & Guest Experience London Office

London, ENG, GB, United Kingdom

Job Description

Choose a workplace that empowers your impact.

Join a global workplace where employees thrive. One that embraces diversity of thought, expertise and passion. A place where you can personalize your employee journey to be -- and deliver -- your best.



We are a leading global real estate investor, developer and manager. We combine our capital with our capabilities to create real estate that strengthens economies and communities. By prioritizing people, partnerships and places, we generate meaningful returns for OMERS members, enhance value for our capital partners and create a brighter world for our customers.



Join us to accelerate your growth & development, prioritize wellness, build connections, and support the communities where we live and work.



Don't just work anywhere -- come build tomorrow together with us.



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Role reports directly to the Lead, Office Experience Manager and above.



This role supports the day-to-day operations of the London office, helping ensure a polished, welcoming, and highly efficient workplace for over 140 employees and an average of 100+ weekly visitors. The Coordinator, Reception & Guest Experience plays a key role in front-of-house service delivery, guest experience, facilities coordination, and light vendor and budget oversight.



This individual oversees key service platforms such as ServiceNow and EMS, manages reception protocols, tracks sustainability metrics, and supports access control administration. The role is both hands-on and autonomous, requiring a proactive, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a premium corporate environment.



In addition to delivering consistently high hospitality standards and ensuring daily operations run smoothly, the position supports internal cultural events, manages light supplier relationships, contributes to onboarding, and ensures compliance with DSE and health & safety requirements. This role reports to the Office Experience Manager and is expected to model excellence, professionalism, and continuous service improvement.



Core Responsibilities



Guest Experience



Serve as a key face of the office, alternating with reception to welcome and host visitors in a polished, professional, and engaging manner.



Proactively manage the guest journey, including iPad check-ins and hospitality touchpoints in our redesigned space.



Conduct daily meeting room checks to ensure all spaces are presentation-ready and meet our high operational standards.



Coordinate office tours and onboarding experiences for new joiners, including H&S walkarounds and DSE follow-ups.



Support delivery of a warm, inclusive and inspiring workplace culture through proactive ideas and initiatives.



Track and report guest and meeting metrics monthly (e.g., room usage, cancellations, visitor volumes).



Reception



Support day-to-day running of reception, including:



Visitor sign-in and pass issue



Switchboard call handling



Courier, mail, and post processing



Weekly grocery and stationery ordering



Business collateral ordering and contractor coordination



Temporary reception cover coordination



Booking and confirming transport for visitors



Weekly internal OMERS guest communications



Ensuring reception and waiting areas remain immaculate



Facilities & Platform Management



Manage ServiceNow tickets daily, ensuring prompt closure and follow-up across cleaning, maintenance, and IT queries.



Liaise with landlord via Vicinitee, raising and monitoring maintenance/fabric issues and service levels.



Attend monthly meetings with Building Management and maintain landlord relationship.



Coordinate minor permit requests and vendor access logistics via Vicinitee.



Oversee supplies and equipment related to DSE assessments and ad hoc operational needs.



Access Control & Security



Maintain access control logs and support internal audits through rigorous data housekeeping.



Create and deactivate passes for joiners/leavers via security system.



Ensure sufficient supply of blank access cards and maintain alignment with Savills.



Cascade any building or protest alerts from Savills to the London office.



Technology & Booking Platforms



Use EMS daily to oversee room bookings and ensure efficient space usage.



Provide EMS training for new joiners and troubleshooting user issues.



Generate monthly reports on room utilisation and cancellations.



Maintain a productive relationship with EMS support team.



Sustainability & Budget Tracking



Track and report on workplace metrics, including paper use, food and coffee consumption, waste, etc.



Manage light budget lines such as stationery and office supplies.



Identify cost efficiencies or greener alternatives where appropriate.



Event & Culture Support



Support the Office Experience Manager on internal events (e.g., I&D initiatives, cultural celebrations, arranging office Christmas decorations, annual employee appreciation week).



Contribute creative ideas to elevate workplace experience and build a sense of community.



Coordinate logistics and provide on-the-day support as needed.



Light Contract & Vendor Management



Support day-to-day relationship management with key vendors (e.g., plant contractors, business collateral supplier, and any other).



Carry out light RFPs or supplier research when required (e.g., ground transportation options).



Ensure suppliers meet service expectations and provide timely feedback.



Provide holiday cover for Office Experience Manager as required.



Key Skills & Experience



Minimum 5 years' experience in a high-end corporate reception, workplace or client experience role



Proven ability to take ownership and work independently, while maintaining strong team alignment



Impeccable interpersonal skills with warm, confident, and professional demeanour



Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities seamlessly



Proactive, solutions-oriented, and resourceful. Able to take initiative without being prompted



Highly attentive to detail and committed to delivering premium experiences



Confident communicator, both written and verbal



Technologically adept (Microsoft Office Suite, EMS, ServiceNow, or similar platforms)



Experienced in navigating light contract/vendor relationships and budget tracking



Strong understanding of discretion, confidentiality, and professional conduct



Oxford's purpose is to strengthen economies and communities through real estate.

Our people-first culture is at its best when our workforce reflects the communities where we live and work -- and the customers we proudly serve.



From hire to retire, we are an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process that extends all the way through your employee experience. This sense of belonging and connection is cultivated up, down and across our global organization thanks to our vast network of Employee Resource Groups with executive leader sponsorship, our Purpose@Work committee and employee recognition programs.

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Job Detail

  • Job Id
    JD3437320
  • Industry
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  • Total Positions
    1
  • Job Type:
    Full Time
  • Salary:
    Not mentioned
  • Employment Status
    Permanent
  • Job Location
    London, ENG, GB, United Kingdom
  • Education
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