Welcome Host
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Position Overview & Specifications
Portico is defined by our unique culture – One that rewards hard work and commitment, empowers people to grow, with the belief that work should be fun and engaging!
Our family is made up of all kinds of people. We embrace diversity and believe in treating everyone equally to ensure that everyone has the same opportunities to grow, develop and progress in their careers.
Job Description
Are you an outgoing individual who loves to deal with people every single day and can build relationships with anyone you come across?
Do you have a genuine passion for excellent customer service and a strong desire to join a company that puts people first?
Are you looking to take your next step in the corporate hospitality industry?
Then look no further as Portico is now hiring for a Welcome Host on a 9 month fixed term contract, that will be based in Edinburgh, and covering the Glasgow and Newcastle offices of one of the big four auditors!
You will be part of a true family, working in a team of talented individuals across both offices, that will support you in your self-development and any goals that you might have.
The role is diverse. No day is the same as you will have the opportunity to get involved in everything that happens around the front desk. From meet & greet to administration tasks, room bookings and liaising with Office Managers and contractors, you will have the opportunity to hone your skills and acquire new ones.
Shift pattern: 40 hours per week, Monday-Friday, rotating shifts from 8am-5pm or 9am-6pm
Travel expenses to the Newcastle office will be covered.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have excellent computer & communication skills, a proactive attitude, flexibility and ability to work with different teams and most of all, a genuine passion for delivering a 5-star service at all times in this high-end corporate environment.
The role will be primarily based in Edinburgh. However, regular travel to both Glasgow and Newcastle will be necessary for the successful candidate.
Additional Information
What's in it for you?
- Free meals on duty
- Competitive holiday allowance
- Pension contributions,
- Life insurance
- Enhanced annual leave
- Recommend a Friend Bonus Scheme
- Thank you voucher scheme.
- 24-hour confidential helpline for employees, providing counselling & information services.
- Access to Choices, our discounts and benefits platform which offers you fabulous savings for thousands of high street retailers, hotels, cinemas and many more.
- Our Training Academy provides excellent training and development opportunities for our people.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Welcome Host roles across Portico's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,900 - £21,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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