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Office Assistant Jobs in New York, NY at Robert Half
Title: Office Assistant
Company: Robert Half
Location: New York, NY
We are looking for a dependable Office Assistant to support daily front desk and administrative operations for a Contract position based in New York, New York. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys creating an organized office environment, assisting visitors and callers, and handling essential documentation tasks with accuracy. The successful candidate will contribute to smooth day-to-day workflows by providing responsive clerical support and maintaining clear communication across the office.
Responsibilities:
• Welcome guests and serve as the first point of contact for visitors, ensuring a courteous and well-organized front desk experience.
• Manage incoming phone calls, direct inquiries to the appropriate contacts, and relay messages accurately and promptly.
• Scan, organize, and maintain paper and digital records to support efficient document access and filing practices.
• Perform a range of administrative support tasks such as data entry, filing, copying, and general office coordination.
• Keep office materials, forms, and shared areas in order to help maintain a productive workplace.
• Assist with routine correspondence and provide day-to-day support to staff as needed.
• Monitor incoming documents and ensure records are handled carefully and stored in the proper locations.
• Prior experience in an office support, front desk, or receptionist position.
• Ability to handle inbound calls effectively and communicate clearly with visitors and team members.
• Experience scanning, filing, and organizing documents with strong attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of general clerical tasks, including data entry and record maintenance.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple routine assignments efficiently.
• Detail-oriented approach, reliability, and a customer-service mindset in a busy office setting.
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