Centre Receptionist
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Position Overview & Specifications
As Centre Receptionist you will provide a welcoming and professional service to all residents, visitors and colleagues. You will ensure the smooth running of reception by providing efficient, friendly and customer focused service to all at York Science Park Limited. You will be responsible for the Centre’s administrative tasks and support the Science Park Management team with administration as required.
Educated to GCSE level or equivalent (including maths and English, grade C or above) is essential. You will be enthusiastic and self-motivated, with a positive outlook. You will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work on your own initiative and as part of a team within a customer focused environment, delivering excellent customer care.
The salary is £22,592.00 per annum (£11.71 per hour). This is a fixed term position for 12 months.
The hours of work are 37 per week (08.30 - 16.30 Monday to Thursday and 08.30 - 16.00 on Friday)
The annual holiday entitlement is 38 days, including 8 statutory public holidays and closure days reduced pro rata.
York Commercial Ltd offer a staff discount scheme with local and national businesses, restaurants and retailers.
Closing date: 8 February 2023
Anticipated interview date: 14 February 2023
York Commercial Ltd. (YCL) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of the University of York. The Head Office is situated at the University of York, Heslington, York, YO10 5DD. The successful candidate will be appointed on YCL terms and conditions of employment
The University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.
We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.
We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff. #EqualityatYork
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: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Centre Receptionist roles across University of York'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 Colleges & Universities.
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 £22,592 - £22,592 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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