Front Desk Receptionist

Kyndryl; New York (NY); On-site; USD 46,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Kyndryl is seeking a Front Desk Receptionist to provide essential administrative support at our NYC corporate office. The role includes receptionist duties, mail and package handling, visitor management, and coordinating with facilities and security teams.

You will ensure a welcoming environment and maintain smooth day-to-day office operations. Ideal candidates bring prior front desk or similar experience, strong organizational skills, and excellent English communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in front desk or similar role with 2+ years preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), document management, and e-calendars.
• Strong organization, time management, written and verbal communication, discretion and judgment.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity and maintain client confidentiality.
• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors, manage reception, and coordinate with vendors as needed.
• Process mail, packages, and shipping using company systems; track items.
• Manage access badges, visitor sign-in, and building security procedures.
• Schedule desk reservations and coordinate with CBRE for facilities support.
• Maintain lobby area, report facility issues, and assist with special events as needed.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Organization

Written/Verbal English

Discretion

Adaptability

Time Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Communications

Job description

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission-critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

At Kyndryl, we run and reimagine the mission-critical technology systems that drive advantage for the world’s leading businesses. We are at the heart of progress; with proven expertise and a continuous flow of AI-powered insight, enabling smarter decisions, faster innovation, and a lasting competitive edge. For our people—Kyndryls—that means doing purposeful work that powers human progress. Join us and experience a flexible, supportive environment where your well-being is prioritized and your potential can thrive.

As a Front Desk Receptionist you will provide administrative and ancillary support at our corporate office in NYC. Your duties will include copy services, mail and distribution services, records retention, office reception, utility services and communication systems. Coordinates with necessary vendors to meet organizational needs.

Reception Responsibilities

• Work Schedule: rotating hours expected…7:00 am -3:30 pm or 8:30-5 and flexibility a must. This position requires you to work at our corporate office in NYC 5 days a week.
• You may be required to work overtime as needed.
• Meet & Greet: Welcome all employees and visitors, using name recognition to provide a personalized experience.
• Access Requests: Manage building access via the Sharry system. Verify employee identities in the Kyndryl system and ensure requests comply with current access policies. Submit access requests through the onsite CBRE contact.
• Visitor Guidance: Direct visiting employees to their destinations and coordinate with internal hosts for external clients needing further assistance.
• Visitor Badges: Ensure visitors without a working Kyndryl badge sign in and adhere to the Security Policy, including wearing a temporary badge.
• Building Badge Requests: Forward badge requests to the onsite CBRE contact.
• Desk Reservation: Inform cleared visitors that a desk must be reserved in advance using the iOffice system.
• Restroom Badge Management: Track two sets of restroom badges—one set at Reception and another with the Group President’s Executive Assistant. Notify onsite CBRE contact if any badge issues arise.
• Lobby Maintenance: Ensure the lobby area remains clean and well maintained.
• Security Training: Maintain annual compliance with Kyndryl Security training, including protocols for panic alarms and suspicious communications or packages.
• Backup Coverage: Coordinate and provide backup coverage for reception as needed.
• Coffee Area Monitoring: Regularly check the coffee area in the lobby and work with onsite CBRE contact to resolve any issues.
• Facility Issues: Report any facility-related problems to the onsite CBRE contact.
• Other Duties: Perform additional tasks as requested by Executives or Customers.

Mail/Ship Services & Print Duties

• Outgoing Mail/Packages: Process outgoing mail and packages using UPS CampusShip.
• Incoming Mail/Packages: Receive mail and packages from the building messenger center, including USPS, UPS, FedEx, or other carriers/messenger services.
• Package Tracking: Maintain records of all packages and special handling letters using individual tracking numbers. Ensure appropriate parties sign for receipt of items.
• Print Issues: Refer print issues to IT Executive Support, who provide first-level assistance, dispatch technicians for advanced problems, and handle orders for toner and parts.
• Paper Stock: RDC orders and supplies paper stock, which is maintained by IT Support.

Kyndryl currently does not require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, if you are hired to work at a client, customer, or partner location, you may be required to show proof of vaccination to align with their respective COVID-19 vaccination policies. Those who believe they are eligible may apply for a medical or religious accommodation prior to the start of employment.

Who You Are

Why Kyndryl:

We’re a purpose-driven company committed to innovation and empowering our people. Here, your work contributes to meaningful outcomes for clients and communities.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands‑on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to provide it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer‑focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in your work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Essential Skills & Qualifications

• Experience: Proven background as an Front Desk or similar role, often with 2+ years. Must be willing to work overtime as needed.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), document management systems, and e‑calendars.
• Soft Skills: Exceptional organization, time management, written/verbal communication, discretion, judgment, and attention to detail.
• Attributes: Proactive, professional, reliable, able to work independently, and maintain confidentiality.
• Communication: Excellent oral and written English language skills
• Availability: Flexibility to work outside standard business hours to address urgent requests or international time zones.
• Discretion: Handling sensitive and confidential information with absolute integrity.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in fast‑paced environments and pivot quickly during last‑minute schedule changes.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business or Communications is preferred but not required
• This is position will require you to work at our corporate office in NYC

Kyndryl is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Kyndryl is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

The compensation range for the position in the U.S. is - $46,080 to $82,680 based on a full-time schedule. Your actual compensation may vary depending on your geography, job-related skills and experience. For part time roles, the compensation will be adjusted appropriately. The pay or salary range will not be below any applicable state, city or local minimum wage requirement.

There is a different applicable compensation range for the following work locations:

California (San Francisco Bay Area):$55,320 to $99,240

California (All Other):$50,640 to $90,960

Colorado: $46,080 to $82,680

Massachusetts$46,080 to $