Receptionist (contract-to-hire)

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Matching HSA

FSA

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Sick time

Paid holidays

Parking provided

Job summary

Lee Hecht Harrison Nederland B.V. in Richmond, Virginia is seeking a polished Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator for a contract-to-hire opportunity.

This highly visible role serves as the first point of contact for guests, executives, and internal team members while providing front desk, office coordination, and light administrative support. Ideal candidates are reliable, professional, and capable of handling confidential information with discretion.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of receptionist/front desk/administrative experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience handling confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and callers professionally and maintain a polished reception area.
• Answer and route calls, take accurate messages, and handle inquiries discreetly.
• Coordinate conference rooms, catering, mail, deliveries, and office supplies.
• Assist with meetings, board materials, onboarding support, and general office coordination.
• Provide overflow administrative support and basic accounting-related tasks as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Discretion with confidential info

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator

LHH Recruitment Solutions is searching for a polished and dependable Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator for a contract-to-hire opportunity, in downtown Richmond, Virginia. This highly visible role serves as the first point of contact for guests, executives, and internal team members while providing front desk, office coordination, and light administrative support.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and callers professionally while maintaining a polished reception area.
• Answer and route incoming calls, take accurate messages, and handle inquiries with discretion.
• Coordinate conference rooms, catering, mail, deliveries, office supplies, kitchen stock, and common areas.
• Assist with meetings, board materials, light document preparation, onboarding support, and general office coordination.
• Provide overflow administrative support and assist with basic accounting-related administrative tasks as needed.

Ideal Candidate

• Professional, reliable, and comfortable interacting with executives, guests, and internal staff.
• Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
• Proactive, organized, detail-oriented, and willing to take initiative with office needs.
• Able to multitask, problem-solve, ask questions, and remain composed in a high-touch environment.
• Comfortable working in a formal, professional office setting.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of receptionist, front desk, administrative, office coordination, or related professional experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; QuickBooks exposure is helpful but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Experience in a professional services, private office, financial services, legal, hospitality, or similar environment is a plus.

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:15 a.m. to 5:15 p.m., with occasional earlier start times for board meetings as needed.

Compensation:

Contract pay is $24–$27 per hour.

Permanent salary range is $55,000–$60,000, plus annual bonus.

Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; matching HSA; FSA; matching 401(k); paid time off; sick time; and paid holidays.

Work Environment: Full-time, on-site role in a professional office environment. Parking is provided.

Pay Details

$55,000.00 to $60,000.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.