Job Summary
The Receptionist provides a welcoming and professional first point of contact for visitors and callers, supporting the smooth operation of the office through effective communication and administrative assistance.
Primary Responsibilities
- Provide a welcoming and professional first point of contact, greeting and welcoming visitors, clients, and vendors in a professional and friendly manner.
- Uphold professional standards of conduct and represent both the client site and the external company positively.
- Manage the visitor sign‑in/sign‑out process, issue and collect visitor passes, and ensure adherence to security procedures.
- Set up new/replacement/temporary building access cards as required and maintain adequate supply of visitor badges.
- Inform employees when a guest has arrived.
- Answer telephone calls promptly and inform or advise accordingly.
- Maintain logs of visitor activity, facilities and deliveries, validating accreditation.
- Liaise with building management, security, cleaning contractors, or facilities teams regarding deliveries, maintenance, or access requests.
- Have access to an employee directory.
- Provide general corporate and office information to visitors and answer possible questions they may have.
- Handle incoming and outgoing deliveries, mail, and courier services, ensuring timely distribution or pickup.
- Help coordinate the transportation to the offsite print hub of any content required to be included in weekly bags.
- Train temporary and relief staff members, outlining appropriate standards of professionalism and performance and identifying need for temporary assistance.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming reception area at all times.
- Prep meeting rooms to include arranging chairs, tidying up, cleaning whiteboards, cleaning boardroom table, light A/V support.
- Report any issues or incidents at reception promptly.
- Participate in ongoing training or site briefings.
- Other duties as assigned by Xerox/Rexall Pharmacy Group Ltd.
Skills and Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent; post‑secondary education is an asset.
- 3+ years of experience in a receptionist or administrative role, preferably in a corporate setting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Microsoft Teams.
- Strong understanding of customer service principles and professional etiquette.
- Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor when interacting with clients, vendors and visitors.
- Awareness and adherence to privacy and confidentiality requirements.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with attention to detail.
- Experience with digital appointment or visitor management systems is an advantage.
- Quick problem‑solving skills and adaptability to changing procedures or technology.
- Ability to work independently.
Additional Benefits
- Paid time off, plus holidays and personal days.
- Substantial growth opportunities for future career development within a supportive and collaborative company culture.