Receptionist (Temporary Full-Time – Maternity Leave Coverage Until March 2027)

Zohorecruit; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Zohorecruit is actively seeking a polished, client-focused Receptionist to support a busy front office in Ancaster, ON. This temporary full-time maternity leave coverage runs until March 2027, with in-office hours 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday to Friday, onsite.

You will manage phones, emails, scheduling, and basic admin tasks while supporting reporting and data entry. Two years of office experience and strong MS Office skills are required; the role demands calm under pressure and attention to

Qualifications

• 2+ years in office/reception or admin role.

Responsibilities

• Answering phones and emails; respond professionally and route inquiries appropriately

Skills

Strong communication

MS Office proficiency

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Discretion with confidential info

Calm under pressure

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Receptionist (Temporary Full-Time – Maternity Leave Coverage Until March 2027)

Ancaster West, Canada | Posted on 09/30/2026

Receptionist (Temporary Full-Time – Maternity Leave Coverage Until March 2027)

Location: Ancaster, ON

Schedule: Monday to Friday, 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (In Office)

Term: Temporary Maternity Leave Coverage until March 2027

Pay: $20.00/hour

Benefits: None (Temporary Position)

Our client is seeking a polished, client-focused Receptionist to support a busy front office. This role is ideal for someone who remains calm under pressure, enjoys a variety of responsibilities, and can confidently manage phones, email inquiries, and changing priorities. You will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors while providing administrative support to ensure the office operates efficiently. This is a temporary maternity leave contract until March 2027 .

Responsibilities

• Answering phones and emails; responding professionally and routing inquiries appropriately
  
• Scheduling and managing appointments using office and industry software
  
• Scanning/copying documents for internal and external use
  
• Preparing and sharing basic daily/monthly reports (as required)
  
• Supporting general office coordination (supplies, basic troubleshooting, keeping things moving)
  
• Assisting with data entry and database updates
  
• Supporting listing-related admin tasks (training provided on internal process/tools as needed)

Desired Experience & Skills

• 2+ years of experience in an office/reception or administrative role (industry experience is an asset)
  
• Strong communication skills (professional phone presence + clear written correspondence)
  
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) and online systems/databases
  
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow processes
  
• Confident prioritizing multiple tasks in a fast-moving environment
  
• Reliable, proactive, and discreet with confidential information