Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, an international law firm, is actively recruiting for a temporary Receptionist in our Houston office. This position is responsible for assuring that calls are answered promptly and routed to voice mail or accurate messages are taken and entered into voice mail by the Receptionist; greets clients and visitors in a courteous and professional manner and directs individuals to appropriate persons and locations within the firm. Exhibits a customer service approach in all aspects of work, and ensures a high-quality experience for all visitors/guests.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience: Experience in a professional services office or other legal support experience preferred. Computer and Microsoft Office experience preferred.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Must be able to sit for extended period of time, reliable, and punctual to ensure on-time opening of the office. Ability to work well under pressure, patience, diplomacy, high stress tolerance, excellent interpersonal communication skills, ability to prioritize workload and adapt to changing conditions. Visual acuity needed for transcription, extensive reading and input (typing) of information into computer. Ability to receive and convey detailed information through oral and written communication. Essential competency processes include language ability, reasoning and memory. To perform this job successfully, the incumbent must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform proficiently each of the responsibilities and accountabilities described above, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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