Receptionist

Mission Staffing; New York (NY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Staffing is seeking a polished Receptionist to cover an upcoming leave in Midtown Manhattan. The role requires hosting senior executives and VIP guests, managing calls, and coordinating conference spaces in a high-visibility environment.

The position demands a Bachelor’s degree and 2+ years of corporate reception or administrative experience, with familiarity in financial services settings and strong MS Outlook/Word/Excel skills. On-site, Monday–Friday, for a temporary contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 2+ years of reception or administrative experience in a corporate setting.
• Financial services or related professional experience required.
• Polished, professional demeanor and appearance.
• Experience hosting senior-level and VIP guests is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage the front desk and serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors.
• Greet and host senior executives and high-profile guests with professionalism and discretion.
• Answer, screen, and route incoming calls.
• Coordinate conference room scheduling, setup, breakdown, and catering.
• Support calendar management, attendance tracking, and PTO requests.
• Provide backup support to Executive Assistants and the Office Assistant.
• Assist with expense reports and ad hoc administrative projects.

Skills

Client-service orientation

Professional demeanor

VIP guest interaction

Calendar management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Our client, a highly regarded institutional asset manager in Midtown Manhattan, is seeking a polished and professional Receptionist to cover an upcoming leave. This highly visible, front-facing role requires excellent client-service skills and comfort hosting senior executives, public officials, and other high-profile guests.

• Pay: $28–$33 per hour
• Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:15am–5:15pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch
• Location: On-site 5 days per week in Midtown Manhattan
• Contract: November 1, 2026 – March 2027

Responsibilities

• Manage the front desk and serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors
• Greet and host senior executives and high-profile guests with professionalism and discretion
• Answer, screen, and route incoming calls
• Coordinate conference room scheduling, setup, breakdown, and catering
• Support calendar management, attendance tracking, and PTO requests
• Provide backup support to Executive Assistants and the Office Assistant
• Assist with expense reports and ad hoc administrative projects

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required
• 2+ years of reception or administrative experience in a corporate setting
• Financial services or related professional experience required (banking, private equity, asset management, fintech, insurance, etc.)
• Highly polished, professional demeanor and appearance
• Comfortable interacting with senior-level and VIP guests
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel