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Receptionist

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Job Type
Contract
Industry
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Language
English
Salary
- $26.00 per Hour
Date Posted
May 27, 2026
Specialization
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Vacancies
Existing Vacancy

Job Description

Location: Nepean, ON (On-site)
Language: Strong written and verbal English communication skills required
Duration: Temp to perm
Background Check Requirement: Not applicable

About the Opportunity
A well-established organization in the professional services space is seeking a polished and organized Receptionist / Office Administrator to support daily front office operations. This opportunity is ideal for someone who takes pride in creating a welcoming, professional, and well-maintained office environment while providing dependable administrative support across the team.

In this role, you’ll become a key part of the day-to-day office experience, helping ensure operations run smoothly behind the scenes. From maintaining common areas and managing supplies to supporting light AP and data entry tasks, this position is perfect for someone who enjoys staying organized, taking initiative, and contributing to a collaborative workplace culture.

What’s In It for You
• Opportunity to join a stable organization with long-term potential
• Exposure to a collaborative, professional office environment
• Free on-site parking and a consistent Monday to Friday schedule
• Potential for permanent conversion with benefits and vacation eligibility
• A workplace that values professionalism, reliability, and strong customer service

Your Responsibilities
• You’ll serve as the first point of contact for visitors, incoming calls, and general office inquiries
• In this role, you’ll maintain common office areas, ensuring meeting rooms, kitchens, and supply stations remain organized and fully stocked
• You’ll support day-to-day administrative needs including data entry, drafting emails, and coordinating office supplies and inventory
• You’ll assist with light accounts payable support and ad hoc administrative tasks as needed
• During high-volume periods, you’ll efficiently manage and transfer incoming calls while maintaining a professional and customer-focused approach

Skills and Qualifications
• 2+ years of experience in a receptionist, office administration, or customer service support role
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain a tidy and professional office environment
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including confidence drafting professional emails
• Proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, and general office systems
• Professional presentation and ability to work in a business professional environment
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to take direction and support evolving business needs
• Experience supporting administrative operations, office coordination, or light AP tasks is considered an asset

Why Partner with Altis
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We appreciate the time and effort all applicants invest in their submissions. Please note that only candidates shortlisted for this role will be contacted directly. However, your profile will remain under consideration for future opportunities that align with your experience and career goals. All qualified applicants will receive fair consideration for employment. We welcome individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities including those who identify as women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ communities. If you require an accommodation, please review our accessibility policy and reach out to our accessibility officer with any questions. Our human recruiters review all applications and always make the final hiring decision. On occasion, we also use AI-assisted tools to help review applications.


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