Overview
Receptionist – Belfast
Company Description
Portico is defined by our unique culture – One that rewards hard work and commitment, empowers people to grow, with the belief that work should be fun and engaging!
Our family is made up of all kinds of people. We embrace diversity and believe in treating everyone equally to ensure that everyone has the same opportunities to grow, develop and progress in their careers.
Job Description
We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate and customer-focused professional to join our fantastic team as a Receptionist (Colleague Support Host).
As a key member of our Colleague Support Team, you will play a pivotal role in delivering an exceptional workplace experience for our client and visitors. Acting as the first point of contact, you will help create a welcoming, professional, and engaging environment while supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of a flagship corporate office.
This is a varied and dynamic position, offering exposure to multiple aspects of workplace and facilities management, where no two days are the same.
As a Receptionist / Colleague Support Host, you will support a range of workplace and client-facing services, including:
- Managing the Main Reception and Front Desk operations
- Delivering a first-class visitor and guest experience
- Supporting the Executive Client Meeting Suite and internal meeting rooms
- Providing floor management support alongside the Property Services Team
- Assisting with basic AV and technology support for meetings and events
- Supporting the planning and delivery of workplace events and hospitality requirements
- Managing guest registration and meeting room bookings
- Building strong relationships with clients, colleagues, and external visitors
- Ensuring the office environment remains professional, welcoming, and well-presented
- Responding efficiently to multiple requests while maintaining exceptional service standards
Shifts: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday, Shifts between 8am – 5pm
Salary: £26,632 + free meal on shift
Qualifications
We’re looking for someone who thrives in a customer-focused environment and takes pride in delivering outstanding service.
You’ll be a natural people person who enjoys creating memorable experiences for colleagues, clients, and visitors alike. You will be professional, approachable, and committed to maintaining the highest standards of service, helping us deliver a truly exceptional workplace experience every day.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Previous experience in a customer service, front-of-house, reception, or hospitality role (essential)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Exceptional attention to detail
- A proactive and flexible approach to work
- A positive, can-do attitude
- The ability to build rapport and trusted relationships quickly
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads
- Confidence managing multiple requests and competing priorities
- Basic AV or technology support knowledge (desirable but not essential)
Additional Information
What’s in it for you?
- Competitive holiday allowance
- Pension contributions,
- Life insurance
- Enhanced annual leave
- Recommend a Friend Bonus Scheme
- Thank you voucher scheme.
- 24-hour confidential helpline for employees, providing counselling & information services.
- Access to Choices, our discounts and benefits platform which offers you fabulous savings for thousands of high street retailers, hotels, cinemas and many more.
- Our Training Academy provides excellent training and development opportunities for our people.
IMPORTANT: Before applying for this role, please make sure you have the right to work in the country where the role is based. Unless it clearly stipulates within in the job advert above that the hiring company is looking to or able to sponsor applicants it is deemed that the hiring employer will only consider applications from those able to comply with and work in the country where the role is based.
