Receptionist

Overview

We are looking to hire a receptionist for our client in the business industry to be responsible for greeting clients and visitors to our office. You will be in charge of giving clients directions to various parts of the office, contacting employees regarding visitors, answering phones and taking messages, and sorting and distributing mail.

To be successful in this role, you will need excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as competency in Microsoft Office applications such as Word and Excel. Prior experience as a receptionist is also helpful.

Receptionist Responsibilities:

Greet clients and visitors with a positive, helpful attitude.

Assisting clients in finding their way around the office.

Announcing clients as necessary.

Helping maintain workplace security by issuing, checking, and collecting badges as necessary and maintaining visitor logs.

Assisting with a variety of administrative tasks including copying, faxing, taking notes, and making travel plans.

Preparing meeting and training rooms.

Answering phones in a professional manner, and routing calls as necessary.

Assisting colleagues with administrative tasks.

Performing ad-hoc administrative duties.

Answering, forwarding, and screening phone calls.

Sorting and distributing mail.

Hiring, managing, and developing the junior administrative team.

Provide excellent customer service.

Scheduling appointments.

Receptionist Requirements:

Prior experience as a receptionist or in a related field.

Consistent, professional dress, and manner.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Competency in Microsoft applications including Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Good time management skills.

Experience with administrative and clerical procedures.