How much does a Receptionist earn in United Kingdom?

The estimated salary for Receptionist in United Kingdom ranges from GBP 28,305 to GBP 34,025 GBP per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 79,557 job listings

Salary Guide

Receptionist Salary in United Kingdom

Based on 79,557 job listings - 2026

Average salary

£28,305 - £34,025

Median salary

£28,305 - £34,025

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile£21k

25th percentile£26k

Median£28k

75th percentile£34k

90th percentile£39k

50% of professionals earn between £26,000 - £34,025 GBP

The median salary is £28,305

Top cities

London11,665 job openings

Edinburgh1,345 job openings

Manchester1,317 job openings

Birmingham989 job openings

Bristol820 job openings

Glasgow805 job openings

Leeds572 job openings

Liverpool544 job openings

Belfast539 job openings

Cambridge520 job openings

Bath441 job openings

Southampton426 job openings

Nottingham424 job openings

Cardiff386 job openings

Sheffield356 job openings

Oxford347 job openings

Slough334 job openings

Newcastle Upon Tyne304 job openings

Coventry299 job openings

Leicester293 job openings

Milton Keynes288 job openings

Exeter273 job openings

Norwich272 job openings

Brighton271 job openings

Westminster269 job openings

Top companies hiring

beBee Premium63

Medical Staff Talent61

RHR UK31

French Selection UK13

Elevation Recruitment Group12

Wizz Air12

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Receptionist

79,557 job openings

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The average salary for a Receptionist in United Kingdom is GBP 28,305 - GBP 34,025 per year in 2026. The median salary is GBP 31,165 per year, based on 79,557 active job listings.

The cities with the most Receptionist job opportunities in United Kingdom are London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Birmingham, Bristol. London leads with 11,665 job openings.

Leading employers for Receptionist roles in United Kingdom include beBee Premium, Medical Staff Talent, Compass Group UK, RHR UK, The Guardian.

Explore 79,557 Receptionist job listings in United Kingdom on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.