Temp Front Desk Associate

JOB FUNCTION: Administrative Support
JOB TYPE: Temp
LOCATION: New York, NY
COMPENSATION: $20/hr - $23/hr
REMOTE / ONSITE: Onsite
POSTED: Oct 2, 2025

About Atrium:

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Client Overview:

Our Manhattan-based client is seeking a temp associate to work with their growing team in a Temp Front Desk Associate role to support with general office administrative duties. This is a great entry-level position for recent grads or someone switching careers and looking to gain corporate office experience.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$20/hr – $23/hr DOE

Position overview:

The Temp Front Desk Associate will be the first point of contact to greet all visitors when they enter the office. The Temp Front Desk Associate will answer calls and emails, support in-house events and meetings, and take on projects as necessary. This Temp Front Desk Associate will support the front desk and administrative team and should be professional with a warm and inviting demeanor. Our client is looking for a candidate who is eager, a fast learner, and organized with prior reception experience.

Responsibilities of the Temp Front Desk Associate:

  • Answer a high volume of phone calls.
  • Greet all incoming visitors.
  • Manage incoming and outgoing mail for the office.
  • Responsible for keeping the office clean and organized.
  • Supply ordering and kitchen stocking.
  • Light scheduling, calendar management, data entry, and administrative support as needed.

Required Experience/Skills for the Temp Front Desk Associate:

  • Prior experience in a professional setting – office, customer service, administrative support, or internships.
  • Experience working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.
  • Tech savvy – experience with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Google Docs/Sheets.   
  • Organized and detail-oriented, personable, and a quick learner.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Temp Front Desk Associate:

  • Familiarity with office equipment, scheduling, and facilities coordination.
  • Experience supporting administrative professionals.

Education Requirements:

  • High school diploma plus work experience will be considered.
  • Bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Benefits: 

  • Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).

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Position ID: 158076