Receptionist / Administrator

Honeycomb is assisting with one of the UK & Ireland’s biggest Furniture distributors to recruit for a Front of House Receptionist for their office in Dundalk. This role is full time, office based and is a 6-month temporary role with the possibility of extension.

The Client
Our client is one of the UK and Ireland’s biggest furniture distributors and their head office is located in Dundalk. The company was established over 40 years ago and has grown to a staff headcount of 100.

The Role
The role of the Front of House Receptionist will be the main point of contact for staff and customers, they will be an integral part of the company brand and more importantly they will champion the company values and behaviours. Typical duties include:

Client support and engagement:

• Welcome all staff, customers, and contractors to site in a warm, professional, and friendly manner.
• Operate a busy switchboard, directing calls to the appropriate staff member.
• Handle customer enquires via phone and email.
• Support and assist with customer or staff events.
• Administration of hotel bookings/travel for customer visits throughout UK and Ireland.
• Liaise with the warehouse in relation to documentation for collection/deliveries

Administration and HR support

• Diary management of meeting rooms.
• Manage incoming and outgoing mail.
• Support fulfilment team with invoicing.
• Provide administrative support for Executive and SLT as required.
• Prepare documentation for the monthly management team.
• Support the HR and recruitment team by co-ordinating interviews, onboarding, and termination.
• Schedule and co-ordinate training courses.
• Manage stock of employee uniforms and ordering.

Essential Criteria

• Experience working as a Receptionist / Administrator in a busy office environment
• Client orientated with strong customer service skills.
• Excellent communication skills as well as confidence to communicate at all levels.
• Proficient at Microsoft Office.
• Ability to assess multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Package

• Salary €25 - €26K
• Pension contribution
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Onsite carpark
• 10% discount on furniture

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity, please send an up-to-date CV via the link provided or contact Louise Quinn, Associate Direct, Honeycomb Jobs Ireland. If you have a disability which means you require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please contact us directly to discuss. Honeycomb is committed to providing equality of opportunity to all.