Reception / Admin Assistant – Permanent
c.£35,000
| 5 Days in the Office
| Central London
| 20 days annual leave plus bank hols
Are you an organised, proactive administrator who enjoys variety and working in a creative, fast-paced environment? Our client, a respected engineering and design consultancy based near Farringdon, is looking for a reliable and capable Reception / Admin Assistant to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to support busy engineering teams with a wide range of administrative tasks — ideal for someone who thrives in a support role and enjoys being the go-to person for keeping things running smoothly.
About the Role
You'll act as a key support for small engineering teams based on one of the office floors, taking on a wide mix of secretarial and admin responsibilities. From managing electronic correspondence to booking meetings, typing reports, supporting site visits, and helping out on reception – no two days will be the same.
Key Responsibilities Include: • Managing the team’s shared email inbox • Organising diaries, meetings and reviews • Typing letters and reports, formatting documents, and manipulating PDFs • Filing and archiving correspondence (paper and digital) • Looking after stationery, the team diary, camera and toolbox for site visits • Answering phones and taking messages • Supporting with project questionnaires and tender submissions • Keeping track of group contacts and arranging PPE for site visits • Watering plants and organising refreshments for guest meetings • Daily cover for the main reception desk • Taking overflow external phone calls from reception • General admin support and occasional cover on other floors
About You
We’re looking for someone with previous admin experience, ideally in a design or engineering office, who brings:
• A confident, professional manner and a can-do attitude • Great attention to detail and strong organisational skills • Flexibility and willingness to muck in where needed • Comfortable using Microsoft Office and manipulating PDFs • Friendly and calm under pressure
This role is based in the office full-time, Monday to Friday. It is offered on a temp-to-perm basis, so would suit someone looking for a long-term home where they can grow and evolve with the role.