Receptionist

Requisition ID 

18472

Country 

United Kingdom

Location type 

Onsite

State / Province 

Greater London

City 

London

About Us 

Korn Ferry is a global organizational consulting firm. We help clients synchronize strategy and talent to drive superior performance. We work with organizations to design their structures, roles, and responsibilities. We help them hire the right people to bring their strategy to life. And we advise them on how to reward, develop, and motivate their people.

Our 10,000 colleagues serve clients in more than 50 countries. We offer five core solutions:

• Organizational Strategy
• Assessment and Succession
• Talent Acquisition
• Leadership Development
• Total Rewards

Job description 

Korn Ferry is looking for a dynamic and professional Corporate Receptionist to be the welcoming face of our Ryder Court office. This role is crucial in ensuring a warm, professional, and memorable experience for all our visitors and clients.

As the Corporate Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for all clients and colleagues. Providing essential support to our client suite reception team on the 4th floor. Reporting to the Facilities Manager UK, you will be a key member of our Operations team, promoting a positive client experience and the highest quality interactions.

What You’ll Do:

Reception Duties:

• Greet and check in external guests with a polite and professional demeanor, promptly announcing their arrival to the 4th Floor Reception team.
• Manage Korn Ferry-related contractors by signing them in and out and confirming their arrival.
• Receive and direct calls through the switchboard efficiently and courteously.
• Oversee all bookings and visitors, including setting up and clearing down the lounge/roof terrace.
• Provide cover for the 4th Floor Reception team as needed, including courier/taxi bookings and meeting room management.

Administrative Duties:

• Organize and maintain all relevant reception documentation.
• Upload invoices into our accounts payable system promptly.
• Support ad hoc requests for printing and binding.
• Assist the Operations team with other administrative duties as required.

Dress Code:

Our reception team maintains a formal work attire. Korn Ferry provides a uniform, but you may wear your own clothes if they conform to our dress code.

What We’re Looking For:

• A minimum of 2+ years’ experience in a Corporate Receptionist role, ideally within a client-focused professional services environment.
• Excellent communication skills (oral, written, and listening) and experience with office systems (e.g., switchboard, video conferencing, Microsoft Outlook).
• A confident yet diplomatic approach to developing productive professional relationships.
• Highly motivated, with good judgment and superior interpersonal skills.

Key Competencies:

• Organization: Highly organized, resourceful, and efficient at managing multiple tasks and resources.
• Communication & Interpersonal Skills: Effective communicator, warm, friendly, and a team player who relates well to all kinds of people and builds solid relationships.

Join us at Korn Ferry and be part of a team that values professionalism, client focus, and a positive work environment. Apply now to make a lasting impression and contribute to our success!

Internal Mobility at Korn Ferry

If you currently work for Korn Ferry or one of our affiliates, you must be eligible to apply for a different position within Korn Ferry to use the Careers Site. If you accept such a position, your benefits programs and Human Resources policies may change. Please consult with your HR contact for the new position concerning application eligibility, including any immigration/visa needs, benefit programs, and HR policies applicable to that position.

Korn Ferry is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative

Action Employer – Minority/Female/Disability/ Veteran

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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