We are recruiting a confident and inspiring Guest Services Team Leader to join our award-winning Rapport team near Fenchurch Street. This is a brilliant opportunity to take ownership of a dynamic, hybrid role across reception, hospitality, facilities, and post room services — all within the London HQ of a respected organisation working to make the UK’s railways safer, smarter, and more sustainable. You will be leading a close-knit team of 2 exceptional Rapport Ambassadors, delivering seamless service across multiple guest touchpoints.
Far more than a traditional front-of-house position, this role calls for someone who thrives on variety, leads with confidence, and takes pride in creating a five-star experience at every level. From welcoming guests with warmth and professionalism to overseeing mail logistics and coordinating high-level meeting spaces, you'll be at the heart of daily operations, driving standards and setting the tone for excellence.
Type of contract: Full-time, Permanent
Hours: 40 per week (Monday-Friday; shift rota basis between 7:30 AM and 6 PM)
What will you get?
- Financial freedom: Enjoy exclusive travel and grocery discounts, plus life assurance and cash rewards!
- Secure your future: Benefit from a contributory pension scheme for a stable financial tomorrow.
- Health matters: Access wellness programs, an Employee Assistance Program, and digital GP services for holistic support.
- Thrive personally & professionally: Unlock endless learning and development opportunities to elevate your career!
- Celebrate excellence: Shine a spotlight on outstanding peers with WOW Awards for their exceptional contributions.
- Give back to community: Take one paid day off annually to support a cause you’re passionate about!
Main responsibilities:
- Lead, support, and inspire the on-site Guest Services team with daily coaching and clear communication
- Oversee all reception, meeting room, facilities, hospitality, and mail room operations to ensure service is consistently top-tier
- Coordinate schedules, cover, and team availability to ensure full support at all times
- Take ownership of issues or concerns, resolving them swiftly with care and professionalism
- Act as the point of contact for facilities, IT, hospitality, and internal stakeholders
- Monitor and report on service quality, supplies, guest feedback, and team performance
- Maintain a welcoming and immaculate front-of-house and meeting room environment
- Continually look for ways to improve service delivery and guest satisfaction
The ideal candidate will:
- Share our Rapport values: Create Rapport, Be Brilliant, Innovative Spirit, Walk Tall, Stronger Together
- Lead by example with a positive attitude and proactive mindset
- Thrive in a fast-paced, guest-focused environment
- Have a natural ability to bring people together and motivate a team
- Be solution-oriented, thinking quickly and calmly when under pressure
- Communicate clearly and warmly with people from all walks of life
- Be proud of their attention to detail and passion for presentation
- Genuinely care about creating memorable experiences for others
About us
Rapport Guest Services is a multi-award-winning company, delivering front- and back-of-house guest services for leading organisations across the UK, Ireland, and globally. As part of Compass Group UK&I, we combine people-first culture with exceptional service standards.
We are proud of our commitment to inclusion, wellbeing, and creating opportunities for everyone to thrive. We are also a Disability Confident Employer, offering meaningful roles for individuals with additional needs.
Find out more about us and our values at www.rapportservice.com.
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