Temporary Receptionist-Administrator – Maternity Cover (Dublin 3), VAC-12010
Are You a Skilled Corporate Receptionist Looking for a Return to Work?
Have you previously worked as a corporate receptionist in a legal practice, architectural firm, or engineering firm? Are you returning to work after a career break? This role offers a fantastic opportunity to apply your front-of-house experience and strong typing and administrative skills in a structured and professional environment.
Alongside traditional reception duties—meeting and greeting visitors, handling calls, and taking accurate messages—this role involves a significant amount of typing, data entry, and preparing formal correspondence and reports. A strong command of English grammar and written communication is essential, and candidates may be asked to complete a skills assessment in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, as well as grammar proficiency.
This is a maternity cover contract with an immediate start and a fixed term until December 2025. If you’re reliable, professional, and eager to contribute to a corporate office setting, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!
Key Information
- Job Title: Temporary Receptionist – Administrator (Maternity Cover)
- Location: Dublin 3
- Position Type: Temporary (8–9 months, maternity cover)
- Work Environment: Office-Based
- Salary: €30,000 – €35,000 per annum
- Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (1-hour lunch)
- Contract Length: Immediate start until December 2025
About the Job
This role is ideal for an experienced corporate receptionist or administrator who is confident in both front desk management and high-level administrative tasks. You’ll act as the first point of contact for visitors and callers while also handling a high volume of document preparation, data entry, and professional correspondence.
To succeed in this position, you should have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in Microsoft Office. If you enjoy working in a structured corporate environment and have a high standard of professionalism, we encourage you to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Reception & Call Handling – Greet visitors, answer calls, transfer calls, and take accurate messages when necessary.
- Typing & Data Entry – Prepare letters, reports, and other formal documents with a high degree of accuracy.
- Microsoft Office Administration – Work extensively with Word, Excel, and Outlook for correspondence and scheduling.
- Meeting Room Coordination – Manage conference room bookings and schedules.
- Mail & Courier Services – Handle incoming and outgoing post, arrange couriers.
- General Office Support – Filing, scanning, archiving, and other administrative duties.
Requirements
Essential Requirements
- 3–4 years of corporate receptionist experience – Ideally within a legal, architectural, or engineering firm.
- Typing speed of at least 50 words per minute (WPM) – Strong document preparation and data entry skills.
- Fluent English (written & spoken) – Excellent grammar, spelling, and professional communication.
- Proven Microsoft Office proficiency – Confident using Word, Excel, and Outlook for correspondence and scheduling.
- Strong attention to detail – Ability to produce accurate, well-formatted documents.
Desirable Skills
- Previous experience returning to work after a career break.
- Experience handling confidential corporate information professionally.
- Knowledge of office procedures in a structured business setting.
Key Traits
- Highly organised – Ability to manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
- Professional and approachable – A welcoming presence at reception.
- Reliable and committed – Essential for the full duration of the contract.
- Adaptable and proactive – Able to work both independently and in a team.
Before You Apply
- This is a temporary maternity cover role lasting until December 2025.
- You must be available to start immediately and commit to the full contract length.
- Applicants may be required to complete skills assessments in grammar and Microsoft Office.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your CV highlighting your relevant experience. Suitable candidates will be contacted for an initial screening before moving forward to interviews.
Why Apply?
- Competitive salary of €30,000 – €35,000 per annum.
- Full-time, structured hours (Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM).
- Valuable experience in a corporate environment.
- Located in Dublin 3, easily accessible.
- Diverse and engaging role, combining reception duties with administrative work.
If you’re a skilled receptionist looking to return to work, this could be your perfect next step. Apply today!
