Temporary Front Desk Associate

Hawthorne Lane; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

Hawthorne Lane in Washington, DC, is seeking a temporary Front Desk Associate to create a welcoming and seamless experience for visitors and staff. You will greet guests, answer calls, manage meeting logistics, and support day-to-day office operations onsite through October.

The role requires professional, personable service, attention to detail, and a team-focused attitude as you represent the firm in person. This is an on-site, temporary assignment in the DC office.

Qualifications

• Experience in front desk, reception, or hospitality roles.
• Strong communication and professional presentation.
• Customer-focused and detail-oriented in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage the reception desk.
• Answer and direct incoming calls and relay messages.
• Coordinate visitor arrivals and inform internal teams in a timely manner.
• Assist employees and guests with day-to-day needs in shared spaces.
• Maintain an orderly, inviting reception and hospitality area.
• Distribute mail and documents; provide general administrative support.
• Support ad hoc projects as needed.

Skills

Customer service

Front desk

Hospitality

Professional communication

Attention to detail

Job description

As the temporary Front Desk Associate at this DC law firm, you will play an important role in creating a welcoming and seamless experience for everyone who walks through the door. From greeting visitors and managing incoming calls to assisting with meeting logistics and supporting day-to-day office operations, you’ll be a trusted resource for both guests and internal teams. This is a temporary opportunity through October, and is fully onsite in the firm’s DC office.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide visitors and clients with a warm, professional welcoming approach.
• Manage the reception desk, including answering and directing incoming calls and accurately relaying messages.
• Coordinate visitor arrivals by communicating timely updates and relevant information to internal teams.
• Serve as a helpful point of contact for employees and guests using shared and temporary office spaces, responding to questions and assisting with day-to-day needs.
• Maintain a neat, inviting reception and hospitality area throughout the day.
• Monitor and distribute incoming and outgoing documentation, mail, etc and provide general administrative support as needed.
• Assist the team with ad hoc projects and support as needed.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• You’ll be part of a collegial and high-functioning team in a firm that values precision and innovation.
• This is an in-person temporary role now through October.

What We’re Looking For:

• Customer service experience. You have previous experience in a front desk, reception, hospitality, or similarly service-oriented role.
• Warm. You genuinely enjoy welcoming people and making guests feel comfortable and well taken care of.
• Professional. You communicate confidently and represent the firm with polish, courtesy, and good judgment.
• Attentive. You notice the small details that contribute to a well-run reception area and positive guest experience.
• Helpful. You’re happy to jump in, answer questions, and support both visitors and colleagues throughout the day.

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.