Receptionist

Financial services firm in NYC is seeking a Receptionist to join their team. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of front-of-house experience, preferably within financial services industry. This is a temporary to permanent opportunity!

Fully in-office, Monday - Friday

Pay rate: $32-34/hr.

Hours: 8am-5pm

Responsibilities:

• Greet visitors and callers warmly, ensuring a professional and welcoming first impression.
• Answer and manage the main phone line, directing calls appropriately and taking detailed messages.
• Schedule and manage conference room bookings using Microsoft Outlook.
• Coordinate catering arrangements for meetings and office events.
• Maintain conference rooms and pantry areas, ensuring cleanliness and organization.
• Assist with facilities management tasks, including inventory control and liaising with building management.
• Support HR with scheduling, onboarding materials, and special projects as needed.
• Organize office activities such as Healthy Snacks, Birthdays, and Pizza Fridays to foster a positive work environment.
• Serve as administrator for third-party service provider oversight committees.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required, with a focus on communication or related fields preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role; 2 years preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook and general office technology essential.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Warm, professional, and polished communication skills with a genuine service orientation.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and adapt to changing needs.
• Team-oriented mindset with initiative and follow-through capabilities.
• Experience in financial services or similar industries is advantageous.