Receptionist

Lee Hecht Harrison

Hackensack, NJ

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$45,000–$50,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Administrative Skills, Calendar Management, Communication Skills, Conference Management, Customer Relations, Delivery Driving, Detail Oriented, Fax Machines, Insurance, Legal, Mail Processing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Multitasking, Office Equipment, Operational Support, Operations, Organizational Skills, Team Player, Telephone Skills, Time Management
LOCATION
Hackensack, NJ
POSTED
27 days ago

Job Title: Receptionist / Administrative Assistant

Location: Hackensack, NJ (On-Site)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Salary: $45,000 - $50,000 + benefits

Overview:

We are seeking a polished and dependable Receptionist / Administrative Assistant to join a well-established law firm in Hackensack, NJ. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, professional office environment and enjoys being the first point of contact for clients while supporting daily administrative operations.

Responsibilities:

  • Greet clients, visitors, and staff in a professional and courteous manner

  • Answer and direct incoming calls on a multi-line phone system

  • Process incoming and outgoing mail, FedEx shipments, and courier deliveries

  • Prepare shipping labels, scan, distribute mail, and handle end-of-day mail processing

  • Maintain office and kitchen supplies; conduct monthly inventory and submit restocking requests

  • Schedule client meetings, appointments, conference rooms, and courier services

  • Perform copying, scanning, and faxing; ensure office equipment is stocked and functioning properly

  • Maintain organization of reception area, kitchen, and common spaces

  • Track visitors and package logs

  • Assist with conference room setup/breakdown for meetings, depositions, and events

  • Support attorneys, paralegals, and administrative staff with general administrative tasks

  • Assist in coordinating office lunches and events

  • Perform additional administrative and clerical duties as needed

Qualifications:

  • Prior law firm experience preferred

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

  • Strong organizational and time management skills

  • Excellent communication skills and willingness to learn

  • High attention to detail and accuracy

  • Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities

  • Team-oriented with the ability to work independently

  • Professional demeanor with a strong sense of confidentiality

Benefit offerings for full-time employment include 10 paid Holidays, and 10 PTO days, prorated based on hire date within the calendar year. Also included: Medical, dental, vision, term life and AD&D insurance, long-term disability, employee assistance program, onsite gym, and a 401k plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pay Details: $45,000.00 to $50,000.00 per year

Search managed by: Ellen Slovikowsky

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

  • The California Fair Chance Act
  • Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
  • Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
  • San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

About the Company

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Lee Hecht Harrison