Receptionist

Gunster, Yoakley & Stewart, P.A.; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Life & disability insurance

Wellness program

Paid time off

10 paid holidays

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Gunster, West Palm Beach office, seeks a full-time receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients, visitors, vendors, and callers. You will welcome guests, manage conference rooms, and coordinate catering while providing general administrative support across the office.

The ideal candidate has 1–2 years in receptionist/administrative roles, with excellent verbal and written communication, strong organizational skills, a professional appearance, and a commitment to exceptional client

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1–2 years of receptionist, administrative, or customer service experience.
• Law firm experience is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Professional appearance and demeanor.
• Commitment to exceptional client service and confidentiality in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors, notify attorneys and staff of arrivals.
• Answer and direct calls; manage conference room and guest office reservations.
• Coordinate catering orders and maintain a professional reception area.
• Provide general administrative support as needed.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Professional appearance

Client service

Job description

Gunster seeks a full-time receptionist in its West Palm Beach office. The ideal candidate will serve as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, vendors, and incoming telephone calls, representing the firm in a professional, courteous, and welcoming manner. Responsibilities include greeting guests and notifying attorneys and staff of arrivals, managing conference room and guest office reservations, coordinating catering orders, maintaining a professional reception area, answering and directing calls, and providing general administrative support to the office as needed.

Qualifications include minimum of 1-2 years of receptionist, administrative, or customer service experience; law firm experience is a plus. The successful candidate will possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, strong organizational and multitasking abilities, a professional appearance and demeanor, a commitment to exceptional client service, and the ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.

Why Gunster?

At Gunster, Florida's Law Firm for Leaders, excellence in service starts with an investment in our people. Since 1925, we've built a culture rooted in collaboration, servant leadership, and a genuine commitment to our clients and the communities we call home. With more than 340 attorneys and 350 dedicated professional staff across 13 offices statewide, we offer the sophistication of a large firm with a team-first environment where every person matters. Our commitment to our people has earned us consistent recognition by Florida Trend as one of the \"Best Companies to Work For in Florida\", and we're proud that our professionals don't just build careers here - they thrive. Learn more at www.gunster.com.

At Gunster, we are committed to supporting the health, well-being, financial security, and professional growth of our employees and their families through a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Firm-paid life and disability insurance
• A strong wellness program and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Generous paid time off, 10 paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid community service opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement to support professional development and career growth
• 401(k) plan with employer matching and profit-sharing contributions

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