Temporary Receptionist

North Bridge Staffing Group; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

North Bridge Staffing Group is seeking a polished Receptionist to cover a maternity leave at a global investment management firm in Midtown Manhattan. The assignment runs from November 2026 through March 2027, with on-site hours Monday–Friday, 8:15 AM–5:15 PM.

Pay ranges $30–$32 per hour, reflecting a professional, client-facing role. The position requires front desk experience, strong communication, and excellent organizational skills in a professional corporate environment.

Qualifications

• Reception/front desk experience in a professional environment.
• Financial services experience preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient with Outlook, Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors, ensuring a polished, welcoming experience.
• Manage front desk phone coverage and direct calls.
• Coordinate conference room schedules and setup for meetings.
• Order and coordinate catering for internal and client meetings.
• Assist with attendance tracking, PTO requests and calendar tasks.
• Provide backup support to the administrative team and assist with expense reports.

Skills

Front desk

Administrative

Office coordination

MS Office

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Temporary Receptionist | Midtown Manhattan, NYC

November 2026 - March 2027 | $30-$32/hour | Onsite

Our client, a highly regarded global investment management firm based in Midtown Manhattan, is seeking a polished and personable Receptionist to join its administrative team on a temporary basis. This opportunity will provide coverage for a maternity leave, with an expected assignment running from November 2026 through March 2027.

The firm is an established institutional asset manager with a 30+ year track record and approximately 60 employees globally. The environment is professional, performance-driven, collaborative, and entrepreneurial.

What You’ll Do

• Serve as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, and vendors, creating a polished and welcoming experience
• Manage front desk phone coverage and direct incoming calls
• Coordinate conference room schedules, meeting logistics, setup, and breakdown
• Order and coordinate catering for internal and client meetings
• Assist with employee attendance tracking, PTO requests, and calendar-related administrative tasks
• Provide backup support to the broader administrative team, including Executive Assistants and the Office Assistant
• Assist with expense report preparation and submission
• Support document preparation, mail distribution, and other day-to-day office needs
• Assist with administrative projects and ad hoc requests as needed
• Handle sensitive information and interactions with a high level of professionalism and confidentiality

What We’re Looking For

• Prior receptionist, front desk, administrative, office coordination, or similar client-facing experience
• Ideally 3-4 years of professional experience; however, the team is open to considering candidates with varying levels of experience
• Experience within financial services or another highly professional corporate environment is strongly preferred
• Polished, professional, and service-oriented demeanor
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong organization and attention to detail
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities while remaining composed and welcoming
• Dependable, punctual, proactive, and comfortable in a highly visible front-desk role
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Outlook, Word, and Excel
• A positive, team-oriented attitude and someone who genuinely enjoys interacting with people

Midtown Manhattan, New York City

Temporary: November 2026 - March 2027

Monday-Friday, 8:15 AM-5:15 PM

Fully onsite

Pay: $30-$32/hour

• This is a great opportunity for an administrative professional who enjoys being the face of an office and wants to gain experience within a highly respected investment management environment.