Temporary Receptionist

Temporary Receptionist | Midtown Manhattan, NYC

November 2026 – March 2027 | $30–$32/hour | Onsite

Our client, a highly regarded global investment management firm based in Midtown Manhattan, is seeking a polished and personable Receptionist to join its administrative team on a temporary basis. This opportunity will provide coverage for a maternity leave, with an expected assignment running from November 2026 through March 2027 .

The firm is an established institutional asset manager with a 30+ year track record and approximately 60 employees globally. The environment is professional, performance-driven, collaborative, and entrepreneurial.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, and vendors, creating a polished and welcoming experience
• Manage front desk phone coverage and direct incoming calls
• Coordinate conference room schedules, meeting logistics, setup, and breakdown
• Order and coordinate catering for internal and client meetings
• Assist with employee attendance tracking, PTO requests, and calendar-related administrative tasks
• Provide backup support to the broader administrative team, including Executive Assistants and the Office Assistant
• Assist with expense report preparation and submission
• Support document preparation, mail distribution, and other day-to-day office needs
• Assist with administrative projects and ad hoc requests as needed
• Handle sensitive information and interactions with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

What We’re Looking For

• Prior receptionist, front desk, administrative, office coordination, or similar client-facing experience
• Ideally 3–4 years of professional experience; however, the team is open to considering candidates with varying levels of experience
• Experience within financial services or another highly professional corporate environment is strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• Polished, professional, and service-oriented demeanor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities while remaining composed and welcoming
• Dependable, punctual, proactive, and comfortable in a highly visible front-desk role
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and someone who genuinely enjoys interacting with people

Position Details

Midtown Manhattan, New York City

Temporary: November 2026 – March 2027

Monday–Friday, 8:15 AM–5:15 PM

Fully onsite

Pay: $30–$32/hour

• This is a great opportunity for an administrative professional who enjoys being the face of an office and wants to gain experience within a highly respected investment management environment.