Receptionist (Two-week Assignment)

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Hawthorne Lane is seeking a polished Temporary Receptionist in Washington, DC to greet visitors, answer inquiries, and support daily office operations. You are the first point of contact and will project a professional image.

This two-week assignment at the end of November into December offers exposure to leaders in the industry, opportunities to handle calendar tasks, and involvement in special projects. Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional demeanor representing the firm with poise.
• Highly organized, adaptable, reliable, and able to work independently.
• Outgoing personality with enjoyment in helping people.

Responsibilities

• Greet and register clients and visitors at reception.
• Provide administrative support when needed.
• Maintain office calendar and office directories.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communicator

Professional presence

Highly organized

Engaging

Job description

As the Temporary Receptionist for this consulting firm in Washington, DC, you will play a key role in ensuring a welcoming and professional environment for all visitors and staff. Serving as the first point of contact, you will provide excellent customer service and act as a central resource for office inquiries. We are seeking a polished, customer-service–oriented professional to support this consulting firm’s daily operations. If you take pride in your professionalism and enjoy working in a dynamic office setting, we encourage you to apply today!

Key Responsibilities:

• Greet and register clients and visitors at reception.
• Provide administrative support when needed.
• Maintain office calendar and office directories.
• Assist with special projects and other duties as assigned.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Ability to work and network with leaders in the industry.
• This is a temporary assignment seeking assistance towards the end of November and beginning of Decembers for a two-week window.

What We’re Looking For:

• Communicator. You have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional presence. You represent the firm with confidence and poise.
• Highly organized. You are highly adaptable, reliable, and can work independently.
• Engaging. You have an outgoing personality and genuinely enjoy working with people.

The hourly listed reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on relevant experience, qualifications, location, business considerations, and internal equity. Final offer amounts are determined at the employer’s discretion.

Essential to Hawthorne Lane’s successis our ability to attract talent from a range of backgrounds. Our network reflects the diverse community around us, and we believein a workplace where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. Applicants will not be discriminated againston the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other legally protected status.