Our esteemed client in Newark, New Jersey is seeking a reliable, professional Administrative Assistant/Receptionist to provide front desk support during a short-term coverage period. This is an excellent opportunity for a polished and organized individual who excels in customer service and administrative tasks.

Key Responsibilities

• Warmly greet and check in visitors, ensuring all guests sign in for security purposes and are directed to the correct department or contact.

• Answer, screen, and route incoming calls using a multi-line phone system; take accurate and detailed messages when necessary.

• Perform general clerical duties including photocopying, filing, and data entry to support daily office operations.

• Sort and distribute incoming mail and deliveries; assist with preparing outgoing correspondence and coordinating courier pickups.

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional reception area, including the front desk, lobby, and shared common spaces.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with clients, visitors, and internal staff.

• Friendly, welcoming, and polished demeanor with strong customer-service orientation.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with general office equipment including printers, coffee machines, and multi-line phone systems.

• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.

• Punctual, dependable, and able to commit fully to the assignment dates.

Ascendo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity

Ascendo is a certified minority owned staffing firm, and we welcome and celebrate diversity. Ascendo is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Contact information

Nicholas Umbro