Part-time Receptionist/Administrator

Company Description Strettons is a leading firm of property advisors based in London, offering expertise across commercial and residential property sectors. Through specialist agency, auction, asset management, valuation, and advisory teams, the firm serves a wide range of clients, including buyers, owners, occupiers, investors, developers, charities, and third-sector organizations.

Strettons is particularly known for its strong presence in east and north London, while its agency, valuation, and advisory services extend across Greater London and the Home Counties. Its auction, property management, insolvency, and receivership services are trusted nationwide, providing clients with in-depth market knowledge and a clear advantage in property-related decisions. The company delivers comprehensive services such as sales and lettings, lease advisory, property and estate management, development consultancy, affordable housing, and property insurance.

Role Description This part-time Receptionist/Administrator role Wednesday-Friday 9am-5.30pm, on-site position in London, EC2A. The role involves greeting visitors, managing incoming calls, and ensuring a professional and welcoming reception area. Day-to-day tasks include handling mail and deliveries, scheduling appointments managing meeting room bookings, and providing general administrative and clerical support to teams across the business. The Receptionist/Administrator will maintain accurate records, update basic documents and databases, and assist with filing, photocopying, and scanning. The role also involves coordinating with colleagues to support client meetings and helping ensure efficient front-of-house operations in a busy property advisory environment.

Qualifications

  • Strong receptionist and front-of-house skills, including experience with Receptionist Duties and managing visitor flow.
  • Excellent Phone Etiquette and Communication skills for handling calls and interacting with clients and colleagues.
  • Solid Clerical Skills for tasks such as data entry, document handling, and basic office administration.
  • Proven Customer Service skills, with the ability to provide a professional, courteous, and helpful experience to all visitors and callers.
  • Good organizational and time-management abilities, with attention to detail and reliability in a busy office environment.
  • Comfort with using office software (e.g., email, calendars, word processing, Zoom);
  • Previous experience in a receptionist, administrative, or front-of-house role, ideally within professional services or property-related industries.
  • Ability to work on-site in London and collaborate effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
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