Receptionist- Temp to Perm

Company: Eaton Vance
Location: Boston
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

By joining Eaton Vance, youll become part of a company that has one of the best employee retention rates in the financial services industry. We offer competitive salaries, generous benefits, and tremendous opportunities for growth and development. If you do not see a position that fits your career objectives, please return to this site in the future as our hiring needs will change. We look forward to your becoming a part of our continued success!Basic Purpose:The Eaton Vance Main Desk Administrator will be the first point of contact for the company both in person and via incoming phone calls. A warm, pleasant, professional demeanor is essential to success in this role. He/she will handle the flow of people throughout the organization and ensure that all responsibilities are completed accurately and delivered with high quality and in a timely manner. He/she will attend to visitors and building security personnel to ensure efficient and pleasant visitor experiences with a high level of customer service driving excellence.The MDA will work closely with Switchboard Operator and be responsible to answer all incoming calls, direct the calls to the appropriate personnel and departments within Eaton Vance and its affiliates. As a representative of Eaton Vance, he/she will handle all inquiries in person, over the phone and via email and will supply general information regarding the organization to clients, applicants and visitors. He/she should would be a supportive team player and be willing to assist with a variety of needs as they arise.The MDA will be in constant communication with people of all levels at any given time.Primary Responsibilities:

• Provides reception desk and switchboard coverage to the Boston office
• Greets, screens and directs visitors, vendors and job applicants
• Posts visitor names onto buildings guest security websites
• Handles all incoming calls arriving through the switchboard software as well as direct calls from a variety of internal and external people
• Performs basic clerical duties including keeping the reception/switchboard user manual up to date
• Receives, directs, and coordinates deliveries of food from various restaurants for meetings
• Assists with communication and coordination for the cleanup of conference rooms
• Assists with Facilities-related issues for the office
• Maintains security protocol by following procedures including confirming all guests with the contact if the guests are not on the security list and monitoring logbook
• Responsible for maintaining a safe and clean reception area and conference rooms daily
• Documents and communicates actions, irregularities and continuing needs to ensure continuity among work teams
• Assists with special projects as requested
• Manage calendar meetings and aide in booking rooms
• Manage multiple emails and ensure that all requests are being handled
• Assist in creating, organizing, and updating department files
• Create departmental memos to be distributed accordinglyJob Requirements
  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Minimum of two years of receptionist or related experience
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office suite
  • Supply Management experience a plus
  • Excellent organizational, communication (verbal and written) and listening skills
  • Professional demeanor, welcoming attitude
  • Extraordinary work attitude with a client focus
  • Exceptional attention to detail
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with internal and external individuals at various levels
  • Ability to multi-task in a fast paced, high pressure environment
  • Ability to resolve issues and concerns quickly
  • Punctual, dependable and flexible
  • Proactive and eager-to-succeed mentality
  • Interest in the Financial Industry a plusThis policy applies to Eaton Vance Corp. and all subsidiary companies (the Company).The Company is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination and harassment. It does not discriminate against applicants or employees with respect to any terms or conditions of employment on account of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, age, pregnancy, parenthood, physical or mental disability (actual or perceived), medical condition including genetic characteristics, marital status, citizenship status, military service, gender, gender identity or expression, registered domestic partner status, domestic violence victim status, status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. Eaton Vance also prohibits discrimination based on the perception that a person has any of those characteristics or is associated with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company, and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company, including supervisors and co-workers. All employment decisions shall be consistent with the principles of equal employment opportunity.The information on this Web site is for U.S. residents only. The information on this Web site does not constitute an offer to sell, or a solicitation of an offer to purchase, securities in any jurisdiction to any person to whom it is not lawful to make such an offer. Eaton Vance does not provide tax or legal advice. Prospective investors should consult with a tax or legal advisor before making any investment decision. Eaton Vance Management. All rights reserved. Two International Place, Boston, MA 02110Eaton Vance is a leader in pioneering innovative investment strategies that address investor needs amid changing market environments. As a company, we have long embraced six core values: integrity, professionalism, teamwork, client focus, creativity/adaptability and excellence. As a workplace, Eaton Vance offers its employees a quality work environment and a congenial, collaborative atmosphere. The company is consistently ranked among the Top 100 Places to Work in Massachusetts by The Boston Globe.

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