Administrative Receptionist at UK Based PE firm in Midtown--5x a week in person

Our client, a UK-based private equity firm located in Midtown Manhattan, is looking to hire a polished and professional Receptionist to join their team. This person will work closely with the firms longtime Office Manager/Senior Receptionist, who has been with the firm for 4+ years, and will help manage the front desk and day-to-day needs of the office.

This is a great opportunity for a more junior candidate who is eager to learn, grow, and find a long-term home. They are looking for someone polished, personable, flexible, and highly coachable with a great attitude.

The right person will be comfortable taking direction, learning how the office operates, and gradually taking on additional responsibilities as they develop in the role.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Work in tandem with the Office Manager/Senior Receptionist to manage the front desk and reception area

- Meet and greet clients, visitors, and guests in a polished and professional manner

- Answer and direct incoming calls and take messages as needed

- Manage conference room calendars and assist with meeting logistics

- Order breakfast, lunches, catering, and refreshments as needed

- Sort and distribute incoming mail and coordinate outgoing packages and deliveries

- Help maintain the organization, appearance, and overall tidiness of the reception area, conference rooms, and shared office spaces

- Monitor and replenish office and kitchen supplies

- Assist with light administrative duties including travel booking, meeting scheduling, calendar management, and expense processing

- Provide coverage and support to the Office Manager/Senior Receptionist as needed

- Assist with ad hoc administrative and office-related projects

- Take on additional responsibilities over time as the role develops

REQUIREMENTS:

- 1–3 years of reception, administrative, hospitality, or other relevant professional experience

- Bachelors degree preferred

- Polished, professional, and personable

- Positive attitude with a genuine willingness to learn and pitch in

- Coachable and adaptable with the ability to take direction and feedback

- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Dependable, discreet, and professional

- Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

- Team-oriented with a flexible, no-task-too-small mentality

- Interested in professional growth and finding a stable, long-term opportunity

HOURS & LOCATION:

- Monday through Friday, 9:00am–6:00pm

- Midtown Manhattan

- In office 5 days per week

SALARY & BENEFITS:

- $70K–$85K base (DOE)

- 100% employer-paid healthcare

- 18 days PTO

- Strong opportunity for long-term growth within the firm