• Front Desk/Receptionist

    Robert Half Office Team (Menlo Park, CA)


    Description

    Receptionist / Front Office Clerk – Job Description

     

    Overview: We are seeking a personable and organized Receptionist / Front Office Clerk to join our team. The ideal candidate will be the first point of contact for visitors and callers, responsible for greeting guests, answering incoming calls, and handling deliveries. This role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

    Key Responsibilities:

    + Greet and assist visitors in a professional and friendly manner

    + Answer and direct incoming phone calls to the appropriate departments or personnel

    + Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries, ensuring accurate documentation and prompt distribution

    + Maintain a tidy and organized reception area

    + Perform general administrative duties such as filing, scanning, and data entry

    + Assist with scheduling meetings and booking conference rooms as needed

    + Handle confidential information with discretion

    + Support other office staff with clerical tasks as assigned

    Requirements

    Qualifications:

    + High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education/training in office administration is a plus

    + Previous experience in a receptionist, front desk, or customer service role preferred

    + Excellent verbal and written communication skills

    + Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and general office equipment (phone systems, copiers, scanners)

    + Strong organizational and time-management abilities

    + Professional appearance and demeanor

    + Ability to work independently and as part of a team

    + Strong attention to detail

    TalentMatch®

    Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.

     

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    All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

     

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