Eventus Recruitment are seeking a professional and welcoming Receptionist to join a respected Financial Planning business based in St Helens, Merseyside. This is a full-time, fixed-term 12-month contract offering stable working hours of 9am–5pm in an office-based environment in St Helens, Merseyside. This Receptionist job provides the opportunity to act as the first point of contact for clients and colleagues while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Benefits of this permanent-style fixed-term Receptionist job include a salary of £26,500–£28,000, 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, birthday leave, private medical insurance, profit share bonus, free parking and excellent long-term career development opportunities within the Financial Planning sector.

Job Responsibilities

The Receptionist job is central to delivering a professional first impression and providing high-quality administrative support across the business. The incoming Receptionist will ensure the office environment operates efficiently while maintaining excellent service standards at all times.

• Welcoming employees and clients in a professional, friendly and approachable manner.
• Registering all visitors on arrival and departure in line with health and safety requirements.
• Managing the main switchboard and redirecting calls to the appropriate individual.
• Maintaining an accurate internal phone list and updating extensions for new starters.
• Scheduling meetings and conference rooms through effective diary management.
• Coordinating meeting and conference room set-up, including video calls, refreshments and lunch arrangements.
• Keeping the reception area and meeting rooms tidy and presentable at all times.
• Organising travel arrangements and hotel accommodation when required.
• Managing internal refreshments and catering requirements.
• Sorting, scanning and distributing incoming post.
• Supervising outgoing post and liaising with couriers where necessary.
• Maintaining and updating internal databases.
• Preparing client literature and documentation.
• Monitoring and replenishing stationery and office supplies.
• Proactively supporting colleagues when capacity allows.
• Representing the business in a professional manner at all times.
• Adhering to all company policies, procedures and health and safety requirements.

Person Specification

This Receptionist job suits an organised and approachable professional who enjoys working in a client-facing environment. The hiring company is seeking someone who can work confidently on their own initiative while contributing positively to the wider team.

• Experience working front of house in a professional or corporate environment is preferred.
• Excellent customer service skills with a friendly and polished manner.
• Confident and clear communicator, particularly on the telephone.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• IT literate with a good working knowledge of Office 365.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage workload independently with minimal supervision.

Benefits and Rewards

The employer offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support well-being, engagement and long-term development. This Receptionist job provides a rewarding environment with a strong focus on staff support and progression.

• Salary of £26,500–£28,000.
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 30 days with service.
• Option to buy or sell annual leave.
• Birthday additional day off.
• Group Life Scheme providing cover of four times salary.
• Profit Share Bonus equivalent to five percent of salary.
• Private Medical Insurance.
• Excellent salary-sacrifice company pension scheme.
• Enhanced sick pay.
• Free parking.
• Flexible working arrangements.
• Regular team and social events.
• Outstanding internal career progression opportunities.

About the Company

The employer is a highly respected Financial Advisory business based in St Helens, Merseyside, delivering comprehensive advice across retirement planning, investments, tax and inheritance tax planning, mortgages and corporate financial planning. The hiring company is known for its supportive culture, professional standards and commitment to employee development.
With a modern working environment and a strong emphasis on collaboration and service excellence, this Financial Planning business provides an excellent opportunity for a Receptionist seeking a stable position within a professional and forward-thinking organisation.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this job. Alternatively, if you are interested in learning about this career enhancing job opportunity, please contact Duncan McIlroy at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at duncan.mcilroy@eventusfinance.com or phone 07950 472 004 for a confidential discussion. If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career. The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note, the years’ experience and / or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Our privacy policy can be found on the bottom of our website.