Receptionist (Permanent)

The Sofidel GroupThe Sofidel Group is one of the leading manufacturers of paper for hygienic and domestic use worldwide. Established in 1966, the Group has subsidiaries in 13 countries – Italy, Spain, the UK, Ireland, France, Belgium, Germany, Sweden, Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania and the USA – with more than 6,500 employees, net sales of 2,801 million Euros (2022) and a production capacity of over one million tonnes per year (1,440,000 tonnes in 2022). “Regina”, its most well-known brand, is present on almost all the reference markets. Other brands include: Sopalin, Le Trèfle, Hakle, Softis, Nalys, Cosynel, KittenSoft, Lycke, Nicky, Papernet. A member of the UN Global Compact and the international WWF Climate Savers programme, the Sofidel Group considers sustainability a strategic factor with regards to growth and is committed to reducing its impact on natural capital and maximising social benefits, setting as objective the creation of shared added value for all stakeholders. Sofidel’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets to 2030 have been approved by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as consistent with reductions required to keep warming to well-below 2°C, in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement.PURPOSE To guarantee the reception service and the corporate telephone switchboard management in accordance with elements of courtesy, quality and efficiency.MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES Guarantee the reception service, communicating a positive corporate imageCarry out the activities of switchboard service managementManage a correct and prompt distribution of all incoming and outbound mailEnsure the respect of all procedures for the relevant activitiesPromote a safety-bound corporate cultureApply the Corporate Principles and ValuesTHE ROLE: Main duties include: Answering all calls and transferring to the correct department/person.Signing in all visitors/contractors using VMS system and printing out visitor badges.Arranging travel for all UK employees.Managing all meeting room and boardroom bookings.Processing invoices so accounts can make payment.Arranging couriers (mainly using DHL online portal).Sorting all incoming mail/packages and ensuring it gets to the intended recipient in a timely manner.Using franking machine to send outgoing post.THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE: Previous experience working in administrative roles.Excellent written and verbal communication skills.A track record of working autonomously, using their initiative to resolve issues.PACKAGE/BENEFITS: Part Time Hours – 15 Hours to be worked on Tuesday & Friday (8:30-16:30). Additional hours may be availble to help meet working tax credit rules.Competitive SalaryCompany Sick PayPension contribution plus salary sacrifice optionPrivate Health InsuranceLife Assurance (3x annual salary)Discount on Company products23 days annual leave, rising to 25 with service (+ public holidays) - Prorated to working hoursOn Site parking with electric vehicle charging availableSofidel Language Learning Programme through innovative digital platform for you and one additional user, such as family member or friend