Receptionist/Clerical Officer


Company:	Triumph Consultants Ltd
Salary:	£12.85 to £12.85 an hour
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Durham, DL16 6JQ
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	28 Aug 2026
Closing date:	19 Sept 2026

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Summary

What's involved with this role:

Triumph Consultants client is looking for a Receptionist/Clerical Officer to join their team. The role involves front facing receptionist role, assisting with visitors along with general administration duties. Contract is for 2-3 months in Durham, DL16 6JQ

Receptionist/Clerical Officer

Pay Rate: £12.85 per hour PAYE

Hours per week: 37 Monday – Friday, 9:00-17:00

Location: Durham, DL16 6JQ

This opening assignment is for 2-3 months

Key requirements:

Minimum 1-2 years previous experience reception environment

Minimum of 4 GCSEs (Graded A-C) including English Language or Literature or NVQ Level 2 in a related subject or equivalent

Minute Taking

Financial procedures, petty cash etc.

Experience of providing a range of administrative duties

Experience of maintaining both electronic and manual filing systems

Key responsibilities to include:

Create a welcoming environment for customers.

Respond efficiently and courteously to telephone, email, social media and face-to-face enquiries.

Help customers access information and support, both digitally and in person.

Signpost and support customers to appropriate services, including local voluntary and community organisations.

Schedule appointments as required.

Maintain accurate manual and electronic filing systems.

Support petty cash and card payment processes.

Process incoming and outgoing correspondence.

Assist with organising meetings, including papers, schedules and room bookings.

Attend meetings and take minutes when required.

Report and resolve issues relating to IT, office equipment and building repairs.

Job Ref: 530330

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Job Ref: 530330

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