Clerical Officer - Portlaoise New - ref. l4083603

My client – a public sector body in Portlaoise requires a Clerical Officer to join their team. This is a full-time temporary position supporting both front-of-house operations at reception (3 days per week) and administrative functions within the Corporate Services team (2 days per week).

This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-oriented individual with strong interpersonal and organisational skills who enjoys a varied role in a dynamic public sector environment.

• 35 hours per week
• Initial contract till end of year
• Immediate start
• €17 per hour
• Portlaoise

Key Responsibilities:

Reception Duties (3 Days per Week):

• Welcoming visitors and managing front desk enquiries.
• Answering and directing telephone calls in a courteous and professional manner.
• Managing incoming and outgoing mail.
• Booking meeting rooms and coordinating visitor appointments.
• Maintaining a tidy and professional reception area.

Corporate Admin Support (2 Days per Week):

• Assisting with general office administration tasks.
• Preparing, formatting, and distributing documents and reports.
• Maintaining accurate records and filing systems.
• Supporting data entry and database management.
• Assisting with meeting preparation and minute taking, as required.

Essential Requirements:

• 2 years clerical or administrative experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Commitment to confidentiality and professionalism.