Job Description

Job Title: Receptionist Job Description

We are seeking a dedicated Receptionist to join our office soft services team in New York, NY. This role involves providing exceptional administrative support, including greeting visitors, answering calls, and setting up meeting rooms. This is a full-time, in-person position with working hours from 8 AM to 5 PM, Monday through Friday. The role is initially a 2-month assignment with the possibility of extension and potential for conversion to a full-time employee.

Responsibilities

• Answer phone calls promptly and courteously.
• Respond to emails in a timely and professional manner.
• Check in guests and ensure they are directed to the appropriate person or meeting room.
• Handle inquiries and provide accurate information.
• Perform other administrative tasks as required.
• Support the mailroom with sorting and distributing mail.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• GED/High School diploma or equivalent work experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, including Microsoft Teams.
• Knowledgeable in basic computer functions and navigation.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Strong customer service skills.
• Experience in hospitality or property management is a plus.

Work Environment

The position is based in New York, NY and requires in-person attendance. The work environment is professional, supporting an office setting where you will interact with a variety of guests and colleagues. Dress code is business casual. The interview process involves one virtual interview.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in New York,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 13, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

Job Tags

Full time, Contract work, Temporary work, Work experience placement, Casual work, Work at office, Monday to Friday

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