Receptionist (Temporary)

Front of House Receptionist (Temporary)

Be the face of a global business

At Markel, what we do truly matters. Insurance isn't just a service, it's a promise to support people and businesses when it matters most. And every great experience starts with a great welcome.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors, clients, and colleagues with confidence and professionalism
• Managing meeting rooms, bookings, and catering requirements
• Handling incoming calls and delivering excellent front-line customer service
• Managing post, deliveries, and general office administration
• Supporting facilities and ensuring the office is well-stocked and running smoothly
• Maintaining security, access control, and health & safety standards
• Supporting colleagues with day-to-day office queries and administrative tasks

Qualifications

• Previous reception or front of house experience
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Strong organization and multitasking ability
• Good IT skills and attention to detail
• A collaborative, team oriented approach
• Awareness of health & safety procedures (First Aid/Fire Marshal is a plus)

Details

• Location: Manchester City Centre (office-based)
• Contract: Approx. 1 month with possible extension
• Pay: £13.85 per hour
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:30pm

Benefits

Markel is a Fortune 500 global organisation with offices across 20+ countries. We're known for doing things differently, combining expertise, empathy, and a genuine commitment to doing the right thing. Our values guide everything we do: We are all about people, we win together, we strive for better, we enjoy the everyday, we think further. You'll be joining a supportive, professional environment where your contribution truly matters, even in a short-term role.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

Markel celebrates the value of a diverse workforce that brings experience and expertise from a wide variety of backgrounds and life circumstances. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are happy to discuss flexible working arrangements where possible. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided with all reasonable accommodations to be able to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions if successful.