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Receptionist / Office Assistant

Posted: 19/05/26
Recruiter:Hales Group
Reference:3111247411
Type:Contract
Salary:£18,200 Annual
Location:Bury St. Edmunds, Suffolk
Description: Receptionist / Office AssistantNear Bury St Edmunds 6-month FTCPart-time, with flexible hours £14.00 per hour We are recruiting for a Receptionist/Office Assistant to join our client based near Bury St Edmunds. The successful candidate will ideally have strong communication skills, previous experience working in a Bookkeeping position, and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.Key Responsibilities
  • Welcoming customers and visitors in a professional and friendly manner
  • Handling incoming calls, directing enquiries appropriately, and providing assistance where required
  • Scheduling vehicle bookings and maintaining accurate records
  • Processing payments and preparing job documentation, including invoices
  • Ordering parts as requested by technical staff
  • Completing data entry tasks accurately using spreadsheet and office software
  • Supporting general administrative functions such as filing, photocopying, and document organisation
  • Maintaining a clean, tidy, and well-organised reception area
  • Assisting colleagues with clerical duties as needed
  • Handling sensitive information with discretion and confidentiality
Skills & Experience
  • Previous experience in a Bookkeeping position
  • Competence in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and Google Workspace (Gmail, Calendar)
  • Experience with data entry and general administrative tasks is advantageous
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively
  • Professional and confident manner when dealing with phone calls and visitors
If you are interested in this position, please contact Scarlett or Janine on or apply with a current CV to

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