Receptionist

Michael Page; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

MPI, a well-established consulting firm in the Stamford area, seeks a polished Receptionist to greet guests and support administrative functions. This role offers exposure to a highly professional corporate setting and meaningful opportunities for long-term career growth.

Ideal candidates have 1-2 years in a professional office, strong communication and organization skills, and proficiency with Microsoft Office. A collaborative, team-oriented environment awaits in a fast-paced workplace.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in a professional office environment.
• Exposure to professional services, financial services, legal, consulting, or a similar corporate setting.
• A polished, professional presence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the face of the office, creating a professional and welcoming experience for visitors, clients, and employees.
• Manage the main phone line, directing calls and handling inquiries with professionalism and discretion.
• Coordinate visitor logistics, including guest registration, security clearances, room setup, and hospitality arrangements.
• Prepare conference rooms for meetings, including catering coordination and beverage setup.
• Receive and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries while communicating with recipients.
• Maintain reception, conference rooms, kitchens, and other shared spaces to ensure a polished environment.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and restocking office and kitchen supplies.
• Provide administrative support to various teams and assist with special projects.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Organizational skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Professional demeanor

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

The Receptionist will be the face of the office, ensuring a seamless experience for guests while supporting a variety of administrative and operational functions. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished early-career professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants exposure to a highly professional corporate setting.

Our client is a well-established consulting company based in the Stamford area with a reputation for excellence, collaboration, and professionalism. They offer a polished, team-oriented environment where employees are given meaningful exposure, opportunities to learn, and the chance to build a strong foundation for long-term career growth.

Description

• Serve as the face of the office, creating a professional and welcoming experience for visitors, clients, and employees.
• Manage the main phone line, directing calls and handling inquiries with professionalism and discretion.
• Coordinate visitor logistics, including guest registration, security clearances, room setup, and hospitality arrangements.
• Prepare conference rooms for meetings, including catering coordination, beverage setup, and ensuring spaces are presentation-ready.
• Receive and distribute mail, packages, and deliveries while communicating with the appropriate recipients.
• Maintain reception, conference rooms, kitchens, and other shared spaces to ensure a polished office environment.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with ordering and restocking office and kitchen supplies.
• Provide administrative support to various teams and assist with special projects as needed.
• Partner closely with office operations and facilities personnel to support day-to-day office functions.
• Handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining exceptional attention to detail and customer service.

Profile

A successful Receptionist should have:

• 1-2 years of experience in a professional office environment.
• Exposure to professional services, financial services, legal, consulting, or a similar corporate setting.
• A polished, professional presence and strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.
• Strong organizational skills and exceptional attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• The ability to multitask, prioritize responsibilities, and remain composed in a fast-paced environment.
• A proactive, team-oriented approach and willingness to assist across departments.
• Strong customer service skills and a commitment to creating a positive visitor experience.
• Reliability, punctuality, and a strong professional work ethic.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $55,000 to $75,000 annually.
• Opportunity to join a highly respected and stable professional services organization.
• Exposure to senior professionals and a polished corporate environment.
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture with strong mentor-ship and support.
• Excellent opportunity for an early-career professional looking to build a long-term corporate career.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.