Telephone Receptionist

  • Your Office & PA
  • Runcorn, Cheshire
  • Feb 06, 2026
Full time Call Centre / CustomerService

Job Description

Your Office & PA are currently looking for a Telephone Receptionist to join our vibrant and dedicated team in Runcorn, Cheshire. This is a permanent part-time position offering a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a friendly, fast-paced environment, with opportunity for homeworking.

At Your Office & PA, we specialise in providing professional telephone answering, virtual reception, and PA services to ensure our customers never miss a business opportunity due to a missed call. We are proud to support businesses by delivering seamless, top-quality service with a personal touch.

This role primarily involves afternoon and evening shifts, with flexible working hours available between 11:45 to 19:00 Monday to Friday and 09:00 to 14:00 Saturday.

What you will be doing as our Telephone Receptionist:

As a Telephone Receptionist, you will play a key role in ensuring exceptional customer service and representing the company in a professional manner at all times by:

  • Professionally handling inbound calls for a variety of different companies.
  • Accurately recording details and promptly relaying messages.
  • Managing a diverse range of enquiries with efficiency and professionalism.
  • Making outbound calls when required.
  • Keeping up to date with new customers and information.
  • Using and maintaining Your office & PA s database system.
  • Complete any other duties and tasks requested in line with business needs.

What we are looking for in our Telephone Receptionist:

We are seeking highly motivated candidates who excel in communication and thrive in a dynamic setting. Key skills and attributes include:

  • Experience: Handling inbound and outbound calls at a high call volume, with the ability to use own initiative.
  • Professional telephone manner: A confident, polished and courteous approach to customer interactions.
  • Attention to detail: Strong listening skills with the ability to accurately capture and relay information.
  • Tech-savviness: Proficiency in computer use, including fast and accurate keyboard and typing skills.
  • Adaptability: Comfort working in a high-energy environment with the ability to multitask and manage varied queries.
  • A good level of spelling and grammar: Essential for accurate message recording and communication.
  • Excellent timekeeping and attendance: A reliable and punctual approach to work.
  • Proven customer service skills and experience: Previous roles in customer service, reception, or inbound call handling are highly desirable.

This is not your typical call centre job. It s a role where every interaction counts, requiring empathy, precision, and professionalism.

Why Join Us?

  • A collaborative, supportive team environment.
  • The chance to work with a wide range of businesses and industries.
  • Flexible working hours between 11:45-19:00 (Monday to Friday) and 09:00-14:00 (Saturday), working hours to be discussed at the interview stage.
  • Opportunity to work from home once your training is complete.

If you have experience as a Telephone Receptionist, Virtual Receptionist, Inbound Call Handler, or Customer Service Advisor, we d love to hear from you.

Join Your Office & PA and become part of a team that values professionalism, teamwork, and exceptional service.

Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today to make an impact in a role that truly makes a difference for businesses.

So, if you feel you have the skills and experience to join our team as our new Telephone Receptionist, then why not click apply today! We d love to hear from you!