The Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for the company and is responsible for creating a welcoming, professional experience for employees, candidates, clients, vendors, and other visitors. This role manages the front desk, incoming calls, deliveries, and visitor access. The ideal candidate is professional, organized, service-oriented, and able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
What You'll Do
Serve as the first point of contact by answering and directing incoming calls on a multi-line phone system in a professional and courteous manner.
Monitor the front entrance and elevators, ensuring appropriate access and maintaining a welcoming and secure environment.
Greet, welcome, and assist employees, candidates, visitors, vendors, and other guests upon arrival.
Receive, organize, and log incoming packages, mail, and deliveries; promptly notify recipients via email.
Maintain a professional, organized, and welcoming reception area.
Monitor and maintain office and departmental supplies, ensuring adequate inventory and coordinating replenishment as needed.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment when handling employee, candidate, and company information.
Establish and maintain positive working relationships with employees, leadership, candidates, vendors, and visitors.
Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.
What We're Looking For
High school diploma or equivalent required; additional education or administrative training preferred.
1-3 years of experience in a receptionist, administrative, office coordinator, customer service, or similar role preferred.
Professional and polished communication skills, both verbal and written.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization.
Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and follow through on assignments.
Strong computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
Strong sense of urgency, dependability, and willingness to take initiative.
Ability to work independently while also contributing as a member of a team.
Professional appearance and demeanor appropriate for a corporate office environment.
Why You Will Love Working Here
Competitive compensation and benefits package:
Medical, dental, vision coverage
Financial Planning
Time Off & Life Balance
Family & Lifestyle
Opportunities for growth and development
Culture that is collaborative, inclusive, fast-paced, people-first
Stable company with strong reputation in the market
Why Join Perry Homes?
At Perry Homes, we're committed to integrity, excellence, and service-values that guide every customer interaction. Join a team where your work directly contributes to an exceptional homebuying experience and a trusted brand. We're committed to creating an inclusive workplace where people can do their best work.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Houston, TX
Skills
Administrative Skillsunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Computer Skillsunmatched
Customer Relationsunmatched
Customer Support/Serviceunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Employee Relationsunmatched
Financial Planningunmatched
Follow Throughunmatched
High School Diplomaunmatched
Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
Leadershipunmatched
Microsoft Excelunmatched
Microsoft Officeunmatched
Microsoft Outlookunmatched
Microsoft PowerPointunmatched
Microsoft Wordunmatched
Multitaskingunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
Team Playerunmatched
Telephone Skillsunmatched
Writing Skillsunmatched
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