Receptionist (5 week contract)

Location: Ottawa, ON (On-site)

Language: English, strong written and verbal communication skills required

Duration: Temporary, July 27 to September 4, 2026, with the potential to extend through the end of September

About the Opportunity
Are you someone who enjoys creating a welcoming experience and thrives in a fast-paced environment? We're recruiting a Receptionist for a well-established property management organization in Ottawa. In this front-line role, you'll be the first point of contact for residents, visitors, contractors and staff, helping ensure day-to-day operations run smoothly while delivering exceptional customer service.

Working alongside an experienced team, you'll gain valuable exposure to a busy residential community and play an important role in supporting both administrative operations and resident satisfaction. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their administrative experience in a collaborative and supportive workplace.

What's In It for You
• Join a welcoming and supportive team that values collaboration and customer service.
• Gain experience within a reputable property management environment.
• Receive hands-on training from experienced team members.
• Enjoy free onsite parking and a consistent Monday to Friday schedule.
• Opportunity for the assignment to be extended based on business needs.

Your Responsibilities
• You'll welcome residents, visitors and contractors, providing professional front-line customer service.
• You'll answer incoming phone calls, take messages and create work orders using Yardi (MIQ).
• You'll manage a centralized email inbox and respond to or redirect inquiries as needed.
• You'll maintain contractor key inventory, ensuring keys are signed in and out accurately.
• You'll assist with resident notices, mailings and other administrative tasks that support daily operations.

Skills and Qualifications
• 1+ years of reception, administrative or customer service experience.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with a professional and friendly approach.
• Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using Yardi or other property management software is considered an asset.
• Previous experience in property management, real estate or a related industry is an asset but not required.

Why Partner with Altis
If you’ve never worked with a staffing agency before, we make it easy. We work with top employers across Canada who have great jobs to fill, each vetted and verified by our team. When you apply for a job with Altis, we get to know you as a candidate and learn what your strengths are. Then, if you’re a solid match, we handle all the logistics, advocating for you as a candidate for the role, providing access to coaching and connecting you directly with the hiring manager. And rest assured, all our services are free of cost for candidates.

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.