Office Assistant
robert halfNew York (NY)
About the role
Description:
We are looking for an organized Office Assistant to support daily administrative and front-desk operations for our team in New York, New York. This Contract position is ideal for someone who enjoys creating an efficient office environment, assisting visitors, and managing a steady flow of communication and documentation. The right candidate will bring strong attention to detail, a detail-oriented approach, and the ability to handle a variety of clerical tasks with accuracy and care.
Responsibilities:
Welcome guests and serve as the first point of contact at the front desk, ensuring a detail-oriented and helpful experience.
Manage incoming phone calls, direct inquiries to the appropriate contacts, and take accurate messages when needed.
Organize, scan, and file documents to maintain accessible and up-to-date records.
Provide general administrative support, including data entry, document preparation, and routine office coordination.
Assist with day-to-day clerical activities to help keep office operations running smoothly.
Maintain orderly records and support internal teams with basic administrative requests.
Requirements:
Previous experience in an office assistant, receptionist, or similar administrative support role.
Ability to handle inbound calls effectively and communicate clearly with visitors and staff.
Experience scanning, organizing, and maintaining documents with strong attention to detail.
Working knowledge of general clerical tasks, including filing, data entry, and record management.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple routine tasks efficiently.
Dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced office environment. TalentMatch®Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
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