Receptionist, Washington, DC

Bristol-Myers Squibb Co; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 49,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible Time Off (FTO)

11 paid company holidays

Job summary

Bristol Myers Squibb Co is seeking a Receptionist to be the first point of contact for staff, vendors, and visitors at a busy Washington, DC office. You will manage front desk operations, greet guests, handle mail and deliveries, and support day-to-day office tasks under the guidance of the Director, Strategic Planning and Operations.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years of receptionist experience, excellent communication skills, and strong organizational abilities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1–3 years receptionist/administrative experience.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Concur preferred.

Responsibilities

• Greet and assist staff and external guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Manage guest check-in procedures and notify hosts of arrivals.
• Schedule conference rooms and coordinate meeting logistics.
• Receive, sort, and distribute mail and packages; coordinate outgoing shipments.
• Provide general administrative support under the office manager.
• Monitor common areas and report maintenance issues.

Skills

Greet guests

Guest check-in

Schedule meetings

Mail & courier

General admin support

Discretion & professionalism

Multi-tasking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Concur

Job description

At Bristol Myers Squibb, our employees often ask, “Who are you working for?”—a question that fuels collaboration, accountability, and urgency in our work. Our purpose-driven culture inspires us to discover, develop, and deliver innovative medicines to prevail over serious diseases. We offer uniquely interesting and meaningful work, opportunities for growth, and a supportive environment that values inclusion, wellbeing, flexibility, and comprehensive benefits. This is work that transforms the lives of patients, and the careers of those who do it.

Summary The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for staff, vendors and external guests, providing a professional and welcoming presence at the front desk of a busy biopharmaceutical office. This role is responsible for managing incoming communications, coordinating visitor logistics, deliveries, and supporting day-to-day office operations under the leadership of the Director, Strategic Planning and Operations. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, discretion, and a commitment to delivering excellent service while ensuring the front office runs smoothly and efficiently. The role will also work closely with the office manager, including serving as their back-up and right-hand as needed.

Preferred Skills

• Greet and assist staff and external guests in a courteous and professional manner.
• Manage guest check-in procedures, notify hosts of arrivals, and ensure visitors follow building and office security protocols.
• Assist office manager with scheduling conference rooms, coordinating meeting logistics, and supporting internal events as needed.
• Receive, sort, and distribute incoming mail and packages; coordinate outgoing shipments and courier services.
• Provide general administrative support under the leadership of the office manager.
• Monitor common areas to ensure they remain orderly and presentable; report maintenance issues when necessary.
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain a professional demeanor at all times.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required; additional administrative training or coursework preferred.
• 1–3 years of experience in a receptionist, front desk, or administrative support role.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel) and Concur preferred.
• Demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and customer-service orientation.
• Strong sense of discretion and reliability.

Compensation Overview

Washington DC - US: $49,470 - $59,946. The starting pay range(s) listed above is for full-time employees (FTE). You may also be eligible for additional discretionary incentive cash and stock opportunities. We determine starting pay thoughtfully – carefully considering the nature of the role, required skills, work location, schedule and the knowledge and experience you bring. Final compensation is guided by pay equity principles and applicable employment laws. Compensation programs are reviewed on an ongoing basis and may be adjusted over time to reflect evolving market factors, and individual, team or Company performance.

Benefits

• Subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans then in effect, you may be eligible to participate in our comprehensive benefit plans – including wellbeing support, retirement and financial protection benefits, and insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability).
• U.S.-based exempt employees are eligible for Flexible Time Off (FTO), which provides paid time off without a set accrual limit, subject to manager approval, along with 11 paid company holidays each year.
• Non-exempt employees, RayzeBio employees, and employees located in Puerto Rico receive 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires (subject to manager approval), 11 paid company holidays, and 3 optional holidays.
• Depending on eligibility, employees may also have access to additional time-off benefits, including paid sick leave, up to two paid volunteer days per year, summer hours flexibility, and leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs.
• Eligible employees also enjoy an annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

U.S.-based job seekers can explore full benefit offerings at https://careers.bms.com/benefits

How We Work

Where you work matters – because collaboration, innovation and patient impact happen in many settings. Our roles are structured across four work models: site-essential, site-by-design, field-based and remote-by-design. The model assigned to this role is based on its core responsibilities. Learn more at https://careers.bms.com/ways-of-working.

Supporting People with Disabilities

BMS is dedicated to ensuring that people with disabilities can excel through a transparent recruitment process, reasonable workplace accommodations/adjustments and ongoing support in their roles. Applicants can request a reasonable workplace accommodation/adjustment prior to accepting a job offer. If you require reasonable accommodations/adjustments in completing this application, or in any part of the recruitment process, direct your inquiries to [e-mail]. Visit careers.bms.com/eeo-accessibility to access our complete Equal Employment Opportunity statement.

Candidate Rights

BMS will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, pursuant to applicable laws in your area. For roles based in Los Angeles County only: If you live in or expect to work from Los Angeles County if hired for this position, please visit this page for important additional information: https://careers.bms.com/california-residents/

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