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Receptionist (Part Time)

Assistant staff

3 March 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Part-time (26 hours/week, shift-based)

Salary

£25,249-£27,319 pro rata

Required Qualifications

Customer-facing experience
Excellent interpersonal skills
Organisational skills
Computer literacy
Proactive problem-solving mindset
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Receptionist (Part Time)

Cambridge Judge Business School (CJBS) leverages the power of academia for real world impact to transform individuals, organisations and society. Since 1990, Cambridge Judge has forged a reputation as a centre of rigorous thinking and high-impact transformative education, situated within one of the world's most prestigious research universities, and in the heart of the Cambridge Cluster, the most successful technology entrepreneurship cluster in Europe.

A member of the reception team is often the first point of contact for staff, students and visitors (either in person or on the telephone), and as such is of central importance to the image that CJBS presents. The role holder needs to actively engage with the Schools' clients, students, programme participants and visitors to deliver the best customer experience. Our reception team is professional, courteous, presentable, friendly, attentive, efficient and prides itself on excellent customer service.

The receptionist team forms part of the wider facilities team, which is largely responsible for the smooth running of the School and its internal and externally focused activities.

Duties will include receiving visitors to the School including potential students, programme participants, the general public and distinguished guests, dealing with telephone enquiries, managing room bookings and providing general support to the wider School. Additionally, general duties will include parcel handling, visitor management, key/card access, room bookings, telephone answering, stationery, stock management and receive card payments for merchandise purchases.

The successful candidate will have a good standard of general education and experience working in a customer-facing environment. They will be expected to be proactive in their approach to the role and possess a problem-solving mindset. We are looking for an individual who is ambitious, has excellent interpersonal and organisational skills. Computer literacy is a prerequisite for the role. Experience of working at a reception desk would be beneficial.

This is a part-time position, offering 26 hours per week. This is a shift-based position with working hours spread over 4 days (including some Saturdays) and applicants must be flexible to cover varying hours in line with the needs of the business including occasional cover for sick leave.

The closing date for this role is 3 March 2026.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

Informal queries may be directed to the HR team at hrsupport@jbs.cam.ac.uk.

Please quote reference NS48827 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Key information

Department/location
Judge Business School

Salary
£25,249-£27,319 pro rata

Reference
NS48827

Category
Assistant staff

Date published
16 February 2026

Closing date
3 March 2026

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📋What are the main responsibilities of the Receptionist role?

As the first point of contact at Cambridge Judge Business School, you will greet visitors, handle telephone enquiries, manage room bookings, process card payments, handle parcels, and provide general support to the facilities team. The role ensures excellent customer service for staff, students, and distinguished guests. Explore more administration jobs for similar opportunities.

🎓What qualifications and skills are required for this part-time Receptionist position?

Candidates need a good standard of general education, experience in a customer-facing environment, excellent interpersonal and organisational skills, computer literacy, and a proactive problem-solving mindset. Reception desk experience is beneficial. Review tips for writing a winning academic CV to strengthen your application.

💰What is the salary, working hours, and employment type?

The salary is £25,249-£27,319 pro rata for this part-time role (26 hours per week). It is shift-based over 4 days, including some Saturdays, with flexibility for business needs and sick cover. Check higher ed admin jobs for comparable positions.

📝How do I apply for the Receptionist job at Cambridge Judge Business School?

Click the 'Apply' button to register with the recruitment system and submit online, quoting reference NS48827. Informal queries to hrsupport@jbs.cam.ac.uk. The closing date is 3 March 2026. Download further particulars from the job post. See our free resume template and cover letter template for preparation.

🌍Does this role offer visa sponsorship or require UK work eligibility?

The University requires all employees to be eligible to live and work in the UK, with no mention of visa sponsorship. Ensure you meet right-to-work criteria before applying. View higher ed jobs in the UK for more details on international eligibility.

🏫What makes working at Cambridge Judge Business School unique?

Part of the University of Cambridge in the heart of the Cambridge Cluster, CJBS offers a professional environment focused on transformative education and real-world impact. The reception team delivers top customer service in a prestigious setting. Learn about prestigious institutions like this.
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