Front Desk Receptionist

THE PANTHER GROUP; Oxford (MA); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Full time

Job summary

The Panther Group seeks a Front Desk Receptionist in the Oxford, MA area to warmly welcome visitors and callers, route inquiries, and support daily front desk operations in a professional environment.

The role requires friendly, professional communication, reliable attendance, and the ability to manage routine administrative tasks with discretion and courtesy. Assignment is temporary, spanning approximately three months.

Qualifications

• Previous receptionist, front desk, customer service, or administrative experience is preferred.
• Friendly, approachable, and comfortable interacting with a variety of people.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Comfortable answering and directing telephone calls.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage routine tasks independently and ask questions when needed.
• Basic computer and general office skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and provide a professional and welcoming first impression.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and direct callers to the appropriate individual or department.
• Assist visitors with building access and notify employees when guests arrive.
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and deliveries.
• Provide general front desk and administrative support.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Respond to basic questions from visitors, employees, and callers.
• Assist with additional office tasks and administrative projects as needed.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling workplace information.

Skills

Reception experience

Customer service

Professional communication

Organizational skills

Punctuality

Phone etiquette

Job description

Front Desk Receptionist

• Location: Oxford, MA
• Pay Rate: $[Insert Range] per hour
• Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Assignment Length: Approximately three months

Position Summary

The Panther Group is seeking a friendly, professional, and dependable Front Desk Receptionist for an established organization in the Oxford, MA area. The Front Desk Receptionist will serve as the first point of contact for visitors, employees, and callers while helping maintain an organized and welcoming front office. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys interacting with people, communicates professionally, and is comfortable handling routine reception and administrative responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and provide a professional and welcoming first impression.
• Answer incoming telephone calls and direct callers to the appropriate individual or department.
• Assist visitors with building access and notify employees when guests arrive.
• Sort and distribute incoming mail and deliveries.
• Provide general front desk and administrative support.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Respond to basic questions from visitors, employees, and callers.
• Assist with additional office tasks and administrative projects as needed.
• Maintain professionalism and confidentiality when handling workplace information.

Qualifications

• Previous receptionist, front desk, customer service, or administrative experience is preferred.
• Friendly, approachable, and comfortable interacting with a variety of people.
• Professional verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to maintain consistent attendance.
• Comfortable answering and directing telephone calls.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage routine tasks independently and ask questions when needed.
• Basic computer and general office skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.

Dress Code

Business casual attire is required. Neat jeans paired with a professional shirt or blouse are acceptable.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people and can provide friendly, dependable support in a professional front office environment.

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