Receptionist

LHH; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Short-term disability

EAP program

Commuter benefits

401K plan

Paid leave including Paid Sick Leave

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions, partnering with a prestigious international law firm in Austin, Texas, seeks a polished Temporary Receptionist for a short-term front desk coverage assignment. You will greet visitors, answer calls, and support light admin tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The role offers an on-site schedule with multiple days, a friendly team, and a competitive hourly rate of $20.00–$24.00, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Prior receptionist/front desk or administrative experience preferred.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls professionally and efficiently.
• Greet clients, visitors, attorneys, and staff in a courteous manner.
• Provide front desk and reception coverage throughout the assignment.
• Scan, copy, and distribute documents as requested.
• Assist with general administrative and clerical duties.
• Receive and route deliveries and mail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area.
• Support office staff with additional administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Customer service

Multitasking

Punctuality & detail-oriented

Tools

Microsoft Office

Scanners

Copiers

Job description

Temporary Receptionist (Short-Term Assignment)

LHH Recruitment Solutions is partnering with a prestigious international law firm in Austin, Texas, to identify a professional and customer-focused Temporary Receptionist for a short-term front desk coverage assignment.

Location

Austin, TX

Assignment Schedule

• October 29, 2026 (Half Day)
• October 30, 2026 (Full Day)
• November 2, 2026 (Full Day)

Position Overview

We are seeking a polished and reliable professional to serve as the face of the office during this temporary assignment. The ideal candidate will provide exceptional customer service, maintain a professional reception area, and support daily administrative operations.

Responsibilities

• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls professionally and efficiently
• Greet clients, visitors, attorneys, and staff in a courteous manner
• Provide front desk and reception coverage throughout the assignment
• Scan, copy, and distribute documents as requested
• Assist with general administrative and clerical duties
• Receive and route deliveries and mail
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area
• Support office staff with additional administrative tasks as needed

Qualifications

• Prior receptionist, front desk, or administrative experience preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Professional appearance and demeanor
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced office environment
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard office equipment, including scanners and copiers
• Dependable, punctual, and detail-oriented

Compensation

Competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Pay Details: $20.00 to $24.00 per hour

Search managed by: Sandy Hassett

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs.

In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• short-term disability
• additional voluntary benefits
• EAP program
• commuter benefits
• 401K plan
• paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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