Receptionist

Perform Properties; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Perform Properties is seeking a friendly on-site Front Desk Coordinator for its Santa Monica office. This role welcomes employees, guests, and vendors, manages the reception area, and collaborates with the Administrative and People & Culture teams to ensure smooth daily operations.

The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and eager to help others. This full-time position operates Monday to Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm PT, on-site in Santa Monica.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of experience in receptionist/office support roles.
• Strong verbal and written communication with a warm, professional demeanor.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable in a fully on-site role.
• Proactive, helpful attitude, able to handle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet and check in visitors, guests, and vendors, creating a positive first impression.
• Answer and route incoming calls and general inquiries professionally.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and packages; coordinate outgoing shipments.
• Maintain reception area, conference rooms, kitchen, and common spaces to be presentable.
• Monitor and order office supplies, snacks, and beverages.
• Handle ad hoc projects and errands that support the office and team.

Skills

Visitor check-in

Communication

Organization

MS Office

Punctuality

Team support

Job description

Perform Properties is a Blackstone Real Estate portfolio company focused on high-performing retail and office properties with People-Appeal - vibrant spaces where people actively choose to work, shop, and gather. With expertise in transactions, development, leasing, and management, the company oversees over 33 million square feet of retail and office properties across the U.S. Learn more: performproperties.com.

Role Summary

This role will serve as the first point of contact for Perform Properties’ Santa Monica Office, creating a warm, polished, and professional experience for employees, guests, and vendors. This role manages the front desk, partnering closely with the Administrative and People & Culture teams to keep the office running smoothly. The ideal candidate is proactive, detail-oriented, and takes pride in creating a welcoming environment.

This role is onsite 5 days a week, Monday to Friday, and the hours are generally 8:00am to 5:00pm PT.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet and check in all visitors, guests, and vendors, ensuring a positive first impression and managing the visitor check-in system
• Answer and route incoming calls and general inquiries in a professional and timely manner
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries; coordinate outgoing shipments and courier services
• Maintain the reception area, conference rooms, kitchen, and common spaces so they are clean, stocked, and presentation-ready in partnership with the Office Services Assistant
• Monitor and order office supplies, snacks, and beverages
• Handle ad hoc projects and errands that keep the office and team supported

Qualifications

• 0 to 3 years of experience in a receptionist, front desk, office coordinator, or administrative support role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a warm, professional demeanor
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Reliable, punctual, and comfortable in a fully on-site role
• A proactive, no-task-too-small attitude and a desire to help others
• Experience in a fast-paced corporate environment is a plus