Temporary Receptionist - Military veterans preferred

Job Category: Receptionist
Risquisition Number: TEMPO001181
Posted: August 7, 2025
Full-Time
Chicago, IL 60606, USA

Job Details

Description

Temporary Receptionist

Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is a national law firm with a proven reputation for providing progressive, industry-leading legal, business, regulatory and government relations advice to our regional, national and international clients.

We are currently seeking a temporary Receptionist for our Chicago, IL office. This position reports to the Office Manager and is responsible for providing a professional and pleasant atmosphere in the Reception area and to act as a concierge to give the highest level of customer service to clients and employees..

Work schedule will be 8:30am - 5:00pm M-F

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Ensures professional client reception services by greeting clients and visitors, attending to their hospitality needs, communicating with staff and attorneys regarding their arrival, and monitoring emergent issues.
• Answers all incoming phone calls, ensuring all calls are redirected accordingly.
• Ensures security procedures are followed by issuing temporary security cards according to procedural expectations and monitoring egress of personnel.
• Schedules and coordinates conference/video calls, as needed.
• Assists with conference room meeting set ups and break downs, including catering orders.
• Performs additional responsibilities as assigned.

Required Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1+ years of receptionist or administrative assistant experience.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, Outlook.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

PI277168737