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Description

A San Francisco–based law firm is seeking a professional and reliable Receptionist to provide short-term front desk coverage on Thursday, 12/11 from 1:00 PM–4:30 PM (training/shadowing) and Friday, 12/12 from 9:00 AM–4:30 PM (full-day coverage). This role is responsible for ensuring smooth day-to-day operations at the reception area, including greeting visitors, managing incoming calls, retrieving and distributing mail, and supporting basic administrative tasks. The ideal candidate has strong communication skills, a polished demeanor, and previous experience in a receptionist or administrative support role within a professional office setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide front-desk coverage, greet visitors, and maintain a professional reception environment

• Answer and route incoming calls promptly and courteously

• Retrieve, scan, and distribute daily mail

• Assist with basic administrative and clerical tasks as needed

• Support attorneys and staff with general office needs

• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards at all times

Requirements

Qualifications

• Prior receptionist or administrative experience required; law firm or other professional office experience preferred

• Must be available onsite on 12/11 (1:00 PM–4:30 PM) and 12/12 (9:00 AM–4:30 PM)

• Availability for potential additional coverage 12/22–12/24 is a plus

• Strong communication and customer service skills with a professional, polished demeanor

• Proficient with phones, scanners, and general office technology

• Reliable, punctual, and able to follow directions with minimal oversight

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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Robert Half will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. 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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