Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

Laporte Plc • Metairie, LA

120d

About The Position

We are seeking a Receptionist/Administrative Assistant to join our team in Metairie, Louisiana. The ideal candidate will be responsible for providing exceptional service to clients and employees, ensuring a positive experience in all interactions. This role requires a professional demeanor, strong organizational skills, and the ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently. The Receptionist/Administrative Assistant will be the first point of contact for clients and guests, and will play a crucial role in maintaining a welcoming and organized office environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum of 2 years of similar work experience in a professional office environment
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a professional and composed approach
• Friendly and welcoming demeanor with client service experience
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to adapt in a changing environment
• Strong customer service focus
• Experienced in MS Office products with basic to intermediate skillset
• Strong proofreading and editing skills
• Highly organized with effective time management
• Ability to multitask
• Team-oriented with strong collaboration skills
• Willing to learn new tasks and follow established procedures
• Strong sense of urgency
• Maintains a high level of confidentiality
• Strong eye for detail

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school preferred

Responsibilities

• Greet and provide positive service to clients and employees
• Respond promptly and courteously to the needs of clients and employees
• Provide professional customer service, even in difficult situations
• Maintain an organized and clean work area
• Inform the appropriate contact of a client or guest arrival
• Answer and screen multiple phone lines, directing calls to the appropriate personnel
• Provide general clerical support for the office including copying, faxing, filing, and other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and PTO policy
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision plans
• Life insurance
• 401(k) plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: General Merchandise Retailers
• Education Level: High school or GED