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AmTrust Financial

Contract Receptionist

Cleveland, OH · On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

Overview The receptionist is responsible for providing administrative and clerical services in ... This is a Contract, 5 days a week in office position*** Responsibilities Responsibilities • Phone ...

Addison Group

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Seattle, WA · On-site

$23 - $28/hr

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Sandy, UT · On-site

$15 - $19.75/hr

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Cedar Rapids, IA · On-site

$15 - $15.50/hr

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Contract receptionists are administrative professionals who work on a temporary or contract basis, often through staffing agencies or directly with companies. They handle front desk duties such as greeting visitors, answering phones, managing appointments, and performing clerical tasks. Unlike permanent receptionists, contract receptionists are typically hired for specific periods or projects, providing flexibility for both employers and workers. This arrangement can be ideal for businesses needing short-term coverage or individuals seeking varied work experiences.

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As a Contract Receptionist, you may regularly move between different offices, each with its own procedures, culture, and expectations. This can present challenges such as quickly learning new phone systems, becoming familiar with various company policies, and building rapport with new teams on short notice. Flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to adapt quickly are essential for success in this role. Embracing each assignment as a learning experience can help you handle these changes effectively and leave a positive impression.

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Contract Receptionist

AmTrust Financial Services, Inc.

Cleveland, OH • On-site

$15.25 - $20/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 28 days ago

Job description

The receptionist is responsible for providing administrative and clerical services in order to ensure effective and efficient operations of the office. The ability to work in a fast paced environment with strong attention to detail is essential for this position.


***This is a Contract, 5 days a week in office position***


Responsibilities
• Phone coverage (screen and route calls)
• Greet visitors and guests
• Maintain conference room calendar and help manage seating charts for the office
• Maintain the reception desk, closet and hallways – tidy and stocked
• Receive, sort and distribute USPS Mail/FedEx/UPS/Courier deliveries
• Assist with ground transportation for guests, when necessary
• Ad hoc research and clerical projects, word processing/data entry
• Assist in ordering supplies for the office



• 1+ years in a receptionist or administrative role required
• High level of professional conduct
• Ability to interact with and assist all levels of employees and visitors
• Ability to work in a confidential nature
• Microsoft Office Suite Skills, including Excel proficiency
• General analytical, organizational, and coordination skills
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AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending,
Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.

AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.

AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices.
It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.

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