Security Receptionist
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Position Overview & Specifications
Mitie are now delighted to announce that we currently seek an experienced Security Receptionist for our client who operates a multi-tenanted corporate office in Swiss Cottage, NW3.
- Shift Pattern: Monday to Friday, 7am to 6pm
- Location: Swiss Cottage, NW3
- Sector: Multi-tenanted Corporate Office
- Package Offered: £11.05ph, 55 hours a week, which is equivalent to £31,603 per annum
Start Date: June 2023
THE ROLE
Mitie are looking for an experienced security receptionist to join the team to assist in delivering first-class service for colleagues, visitors and contractors.
OPERATIONAL DUTIES
- Help facilitate the through flow of personnel by managing access via the building entrance.
- Maintain a tidy and efficient reception area, providing a prompt a courteous reception for visitors, telephone callers and other staff.
- Maintenance of fob access system and fire list.
- Handling phone calls and distributing/taking messages as appropriate.
- Sorting incoming mail and distributing accordingly.
- Sorting, packaging and franking outgoing mail including special/recorded delivery and couriers.
- Distribution of weekly notices (H&S, announcements etc.), including maintenance of notice boards.
- Ensure all marketing literature in reception is kept current.
- Maintaining stock levels of stationery and ordering supplies as appropriate.
- Ordering of timesheets and WRS pads.
- Coordinate and correspond with office cleaners.
- Equipment calibration and record keeping.
- Waste recording.
- Assist with operational reports.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
- Must hold an in-date SIA Licence (essential)
- 2 years experience working in a security-related role, in a corporate environment (essential)
- Ability to work on their own (essential)
- Computer literate, with previous use of Word, Excel and Outlook (essential)
- Ability to respond to client emails immediately (essential).
- Speed Typing (Desirable).
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, and telephone etiquette.
- Professional and enthusiastic manner.
- To take ownership and pride in your reception area.
- Ability to multitask, and deal with our clients and visitors in a professional manner at all times.
- Able to adjust quickly to new procedures and situations.
- Excellent customer service skills.
MITIE BENEFITS:
- 20 days a year paid holiday + all public holidays
- Uniform + full training provided
- Promotion path and career development
- Employee assistance programme available to support staff wellbeing
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Building & Personnel Services
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Security Receptionist roles across Mitie's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Building & Personnel Services.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £11 - £11 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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