We are looking for an experienced Front Desk Administrator to support a high-profile conference and executive reception environment in Boston, MA. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who thrives in a client-facing setting, delivers attentive service, and remains composed while managing changing priorities. The role combines front desk coordination, meeting support, and event logistics to create a seamless on-site experience for employees, executives, and guests.
Responsibilities:
• Welcome employees, executives, visitors, and event facilitators while creating a detail-focused and service-focused first impression at the reception area.
• Coordinate meeting space reservations, update room calendars, and respond promptly to booking inquiries with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support events by arranging room layouts, confirming spaces are prepared in advance, and assisting with catering, beverage service, and post-event reset activities.
• Provide hands-on assistance with audiovisual and virtual meeting needs, helping resolve basic technical issues to keep meetings running smoothly.
• Work closely with administrative partners, facilities teams, and security personnel to ensure daily operations and executive-facing activities run efficiently.
• Use sound judgment when handling confidential information and sensitive executive schedules, maintaining discretion at all times.
• Anticipate client needs, address service concerns early, and offer practical solutions that enhance the overall guest experience.
• Keep shared conference areas organized and presentable, including reporting maintenance needs or service requests when necessary.
• Answer site-related questions and offer clear directions or guidance regarding building amenities and conference services.
• Take on additional reception, event, or operational support tasks as needed to meet business demands.
• Demonstrated success in a receptionist, front desk, hospitality, conference services, or similar customer-facing position.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with executives, employees, and guests.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Comfort supporting presentations or speaking to groups when providing instructions, updates, or event-related guidance.
• Experience with audiovisual tools, meeting technology, or virtual collaboration platforms such as Microsoft Teams or Zoom.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently, adapt quickly to changing needs, and make effective day-to-day decisions.
• Willingness to work a flexible schedule that may include evenings or weekends, remain active throughout the day, and lift up to 50 pounds when required.