Job Description

Receptionist

Holker Estate is a privately owned, 17,000-acre rural estate located on the beautiful South Lakeland Peninsula of Cumbria. With a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, the Estate is home to a diverse portfolio of land, residential, agricultural, and commercial property interests. Guided by the core values of People, Place and Pride, Holker Estate is committed to creating a sustainable legacy for future generations.

About The Role

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We are seeking a friendly, professional, and organised Receptionist to manage front desk operations, provide exceptional customer service and support the Office Manager with administrative tasks. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors and clients, ensuring a welcoming and efficient experience.

Requiring exceptional organisational skills, ability to multitask and a willingness to learn.

Permanent, part time position.
20 hrs per week: Monday-Friday (9am-1pm or 1pm-5pm or 10am-2pm)
Ideal for somebody local or looking to fill hours during school time.

Key Responsibilities:

Greet and welcome visitors in a courteous and professional manner. Operating Smart Access Management System ensuring all visitors and contractors are signed in. Answer, screen, and forward incoming phone calls. Maintain the reception area, keeping it clean and presentable. Receive, sort, and distribute daily mail and deliveries. Manage meeting room bookings. Assist with administrative tasks such as emails, archiving, filing. Monitor office supplies and place orders when necessary. Raising and receipting purchase orders via NAV system. Any other administrative duties deemed appropriate for the role.

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Experience in a similar Receptionist or other support roles. Exceptional organisational and time management skills with great attention to detail and ability to multitask. A confident and discreet manner, with excellent interpersonal and communication skills. High IT literacy, including proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Outlook, Word, and Excel. Adaptable to new software (training will be given). Professional appearance and demeanor. Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.

What We Offer:

A rewarding and varied role as a vital part of a great team within a nationally important private rural estate. The opportunity to work in a beautiful landscape with a supportive team culture. Training and professional development. A range of Holker Group benefits: free tickets for you and a guest to Cartmel Races, free tickets into the Holker Hall and Gardens, discount in the Courtyard Cafe and Giftshop, discounted products at Burlington Stone.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early applications are encouraged.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.86 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexitime
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Grange-over-Sands LA11 7PH (preferred)
Work Location: In person