Receptionist Advanced (>6 years) at Robert Half

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Receptionist to join our team on a contract basis in New York, New York. In this role, you will serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, ensuring smooth daily operations and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in managing reception tasks, handling multi-line phone systems, and supporting various administrative functions.

Responsibilities:
• Greet and assist visitors, ensuring a welcoming and organized environment.
• Answer and direct incoming calls using multi-line phone systems.
• Coordinate meeting room reservations, including catering and audiovisual setup.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure seamless daily operations.
• Manage correspondence and distribute incoming mail to appropriate departments.
• Support event planning and execution, including conference calls and logistics.
• Address unresolved issues promptly and escalate when necessary.
• Maintain the reception area and facilities to uphold a clean and organized workspace.
• Partner with colleagues to improve processes and client relations.
• Provide administrative assistance to various departments as needed.• Minimum of six years of experience in a receptionist or customer-facing role.
• Proficiency in managing multi-line phone systems and handling inbound calls.
• Strong organizational and planning skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Experience in coordinating catering, audiovisual, and event logistics.
• Ability to resolve issues effectively and collaborate with diverse teams.
• Familiarity with administrative tasks such as correspondence and mail distribution.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment and adapting to changing priorities.