Receptionist

Boutique Recruiting; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Boutique Recruiting seeks a Receptionist for a temporary assignment in San Diego to serve as the first point of contact for prospective clients in a tax law firm. You will handle inquiries, gather information, document details, and coordinate consultations with attorneys.

The ideal candidate is polished, highly organized, with strong customer service skills and professional communication. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Clio Manage, and Dropbox is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming calls from prospective clients and provide a professional, welcoming first point of contact.
• Conduct initial intake conversations with potential clients, typically lasting 10-15 minutes.
• Gather relevant prospect information and accurately document calls and follow-up details.
• Enter and maintain prospective client information within internal systems.
• Schedule consultations and appointments for prospective clients to speak with attorneys.
• Maintain organized records and ensure inquiries move through the intake process without delays.
• Support the team with general administrative and client service needs as required.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Professional communication

Attention to detail

Client interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Clio Manage

Dropbox

Job description

Position Title: Receptionist

Pay Rate: Up to $20/hour DOE

Assignment: Temporary | Approximately 30 Days to 6 Weeks

This is a great opportunity for a polished, highly organized professional who knows how to make a strong first impression. A growing tax law firm is seeking a Receptionist to serve as an important point of contact for prospective clients, handling incoming inquiries, gathering key information, maintaining accurate records, and scheduling consultations with attorneys.

The ideal candidate is sharp, confident, and exceptionally organized, with strong customer service instincts, professional communication skills, and the ability to comfortably speak with clients and senior-level professionals.

Responsibilities

• Handle incoming calls from prospective clients and provide a professional, welcoming first point of contact


• Conduct initial intake conversations with potential clients, typically lasting 10-15 minutes


• Gather relevant prospect information and accurately document calls and follow-up details


• Enter and maintain prospective client information within internal systems


• Schedule consultations and appointments for prospective clients to speak with attorneys


• Maintain organized records and ensure inquiries move through the intake process without unnecessary delays


• Support the team with general administrative and client service needs as required

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required


• Strong customer service skills with a polished, professional, and personable communication style


• Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to stay on top of details and follow up


• Confidence communicating with attorneys, clients, and senior-level professionals


• Strong proficiency with Excel and Microsoft Office


• Comfortable learning and navigating systems such as Clio Manage and Dropbox


• Proactive mindset, strong sense of urgency, and ability to work independently in a professional office environment

Benefits

• Consistent Monday-Friday daytime schedule with no evenings or weekends


• Potential flexibility for candidates seeking a schedule of approximately six hours per day


• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a specialized tax law practice


• Professional, energetic environment with a smart and collaborative team


• Meaningful client interaction where your work directly supports people navigating complex tax matters


• Temporary opportunity ideal for someone seeking immediate professional experience without a long-term commitment