£23,432.18/yr
Basingstoke and Deane, England
Permanent, Variable

Virtual Receptionist

Posted by Reception HQ.

Do you have what it takes to be a world-class virtual receptionist working remotely from your home office? Due to further expansion, we?are currently seeking 2 full-time receptionists.

ReceptionHQ is a global multi-award winning company with a great culture, you may have?already spoken to one of our receptionists at ReceptionHQ without realising it.??

We handle calls on behalf of hundreds of businesses, providing that all-important human contact for customers. Our telephone answering service, includes messaging and appointment scheduling, all built and delivered on a cloud-based platform serving clients globally.?

We provide our clients with the professional image of a true receptionist experience, no more answering machines or unreliable voicemails. We keep costs to a minimum and save our clients time and money. As one of our Virtual Receptionists, you will be a vital cog in the ReceptionHQ model. Not only will you represent ReceptionHQ to our clients, but you will also be representing those clients too.

An exciting opportunity exists to join us working from the comfort of your home office.

The opportunity

  • Multiple roles: We are currently seeking 2 receptionists in work-from-home roles.
  • Training: To take place online.
  • Hours: Full-time. Your shifts will be 7.5 hours long, between the hours of 9am and 5.30pm Monday to Friday.
  • Salary: £23,432.18 per year, plus bonus.
  • Commencement date: Training begins Monday, 19th August 2024.

What you will be doing

  • Professionally handling inbound calls for our clients.
  • Promptly and efficiently taking and relaying messages to clients, whilst providing a positive firm image of the company.
  • Offering a warm phone presence, generally smiling and being friendly and helpful.
  • Remaining aligned to our culture and company values.

Attributes you must possess

  • Someone with prior experience working in a busy contact centre or receptionist setting, such as medical reception, would be highly regarded.
  • Excellent speaking voice and telephone manner, common sense (and lots of it!) A sense of humour and a resilient nature always helps.
  • Intermediate to advanced PC skills and experience with online technologies eg Office 365, Microsoft Teams and eLearning platforms, is essential.
  • Minimum typing speed of 45 wpm.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy (sound spelling skills).
  • Desire for ongoing learning.
  • Adapt and adjust to changing work environments.
  • Reliable team player with a helpful and positive attitude.
  • Take pride in the quality of your work in providing a positive client experience.

What you will need:

  • Safe, quiet and private designated workspace (desk or table), free of distractions.
  • Designated office chair.
  • Adequate lighting

Equipment requirements:

  • A PC with internal or external webcam capability.
  • Operating System: Minimum Windows 10 minimum or Mac Big Sur
  • Browser: Up-to-date version of Google Chrome
  • CPU specifications: Intel i5 or Ryzen 5
  • RAM: 8GB
  • Monitor Specification: Minimum screen size of 19 inches diagonally
  • Screen Resolution: Minimum 1920 x 1080
  • Headset: Supplied headset by the company needs to be able to connect into a computer via a USB or a microphone jack
  • Ability to obtain a landline number from your ISP

Internet requirements:

  • Home standard Broadband is minimum requirement.?
  • Hard-wired connection to your modem/router.

What we will provide

  • A competitive base salary.
  • Flexible working arrangements post 12 months of employment.
  • 25 days' paid holiday, plus 8 Bank Holidays.
  • Online initial training and ongoing up skilling to enhance your career.
  • In times of need, access to our Employee Assistance Program.
  • Ongoing coaching and development.
  • Monthly one-on-ones.
  • Quarterly team meetings.
  • Social events.