Receptionist

Job Title: Receptionist Job Description

We are seeking a full-time receptionist who will be the welcoming face of our organization, responsible for greeting and maintaining a log of visitors, managing package receiving, and assisting with incoming mail. The individual will keep the reception area neat and orderly and assist with various administrative duties as assigned while adhering to company policies and procedures. The role involves checking in internal employees and customers and rarely handling external phone calls.

Responsibilities

• Represent a positive image of our company.
• Manage the company’s lobby area.
• Greet and direct all visitors, including vendors, clients, job candidates, and customers.
• Assist the Office Manager with special administrative projects.
• Provide solutions to customer service issues.
• Quickly and accurately deal with problems that may arise.
• Perform data entry tasks.
• Ability to work 40 hours weekly.

Essential Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel and Word - basic/intermediate).
• 1-3 years of customer service or clerical experience, which can include retail.
• Positive and friendly disposition.
• Professionalism.
• Reliability, punctuality, and commitment.
• Strong communication skills.
• Self-motivation.
• Ability to multitask.
• Must have education verification document (diploma or transcript).

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Receptionist or administrative experience.
• Associates or Bachelor's degree.

Work Environment

The work environment is business casual. The position is on-site and requires the candidate to be in the office Monday through Friday with no exceptions. The individual must be able to work independently as they will be the sole person at reception most of the time. The company offers a casual work environment with an open concept space, onsite food vendors and café, and a rooftop with skyline views. Opportunities for growth into different departments, management roles, and competitive benefits such as stock options are available once permanent. The company fosters a fun and family-oriented environment with company-wide events and celebrations.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Chicago, IL.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Chicago,IL. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Mar 17, 2026.

About Aston Carter

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email [email protected] for other accommodation options.