Temporary receptionist (2 week contract)
- Montreal, QC, Canada
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Original job description
Olymbec is currently looking for a temporary fill-in who can take over for our wonderful receptionist during her vacation. The contract term is for two and a half weeks (from Wednesday, November 18, 2026, to Friday, December 4, 2026). As our temp, you will receive a three day training from our receptionist, ensuring you are well-prepared to manage the day-to-day while she is away. As our fill in receptionist you will be first point of contact for visitors and callers, you will provide administrative support to employees and clients, and help ensure smooth day-to-day office operations of our property management company.
The Receptionist will report to the Director of Human Resources.
Key Responsibilities
Greet and welcome visitors in a courteous and professional manner
Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls
Manage the front desk and maintain a tidy reception area
Schedule appointments and manage calendars as needed
598766cReceive, sort, and distribute mail and deliveries
Assist with basic administrative tasks such as data entry, filing, and document preparation
Handle general inquiries and provide accurate information
Maintain office supplies and place orders when necessary
Create waybills for FedEx, Purolator, etc. to pick up
Qualifications
High school diploma or equivalent (associate’s degree preferred)
Proven experience as a receptionist, front desk representative, or similar role preferred
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong organizational and multitasking abilities
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) or similar software
Professional appearance and positive attitude
Skills & Competencies
Customer service–oriented mindset
Attention to detail
Ability to handle confidential information
Time management and reliability
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Work Environment
Office-based, front-desk role
May require sitting for extended period
Diversity and inclusion
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, ethnic or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, veteran status, protected genetic information or any other characteristic protected by law.
*Please note that some job offers are subject to a background check, including a criminal record check.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Welcome visitors, answer and direct calls, manage the reception area, and handle appointments and calendars. Provide administrative support, distribute mail and deliveries, manage office supplies, respond to inquiries, and prepare shipping waybills.
Requirements
A high school diploma or equivalent is required, with an associate degree preferred; prior receptionist or similar experience is preferred. Applicants should have strong communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities, proficiency with Microsoft Office or similar software, a professional manner, and the ability to handle confidential information and work independently or with a team.
Skills
- Customer Service
- Verbal Communication
- Written Communication
- Organization
- Multitasking
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Attention To Detail
- Confidentiality
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Appointment Scheduling
- Calendar Management
- Data Entry
- Mail Distribution
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Administrative
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- Receptionist
- Front Desk
- Visitor Greeting
- Phone Screening
- Call Routing
- Appointment Scheduling
- Calendar Management
- Mail Distribution
- Deliveries
- Administrative Support
- Data Entry
- Filing
- Document Preparation
- Office Supplies
- Waybills
- FedEx
- Purolator
- Microsoft Office
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Property Management
- Customer Service
- Confidential Information
- Temporary Contract