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McGuireWoods LLP

Receptionist

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Work Schedule

Standard Hours
Flexible
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
hybrid remote option
Retirement Plan
Employee assistance program
Professional development opportunities

Job Description

McGuireWoods is a prestigious international law firm with a rich history dating back to 1834, recognized for providing exceptional legal services to a diverse clientele including corporations, individuals, and nonprofit organizations. With offices across the United States and beyond, McGuireWoods has built a reputation for its client-focused approach and commitment to excellence. The firm combines legal expertise with a strategic business perspective, ensuring comprehensive support for complex legal challenges. McGuireWoods values innovation, collaboration, and work-life balance, offering employees a supportive environment with excellent benefits and hybrid remote work options. Their Richmond, Virginia office is an integral hub that supports the... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Minimum 2 years of related experience preferably in a corporate setting
  • Strong administrative skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Presence of mind and sound judgment in emergencies
  • Collaborative team player
  • Friendly and approachable
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Willingness to learn and adapt
  • Flexibility to work overtime

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED required
  • Minimum of 2 years of related experience, preferably in a corporate setting
  • Strong administrative skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
  • Presence of mind and sound judgment in emergency and/or simulated situations
  • Collaborative team player who is proactive, self-motivated, and eager to take on additional responsibilities
  • Friendly, approachable, and adaptable with a positive attitude and willingness to learn
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexibility to work overtime as needed

Job Duties

  • Serves as the first point of contact by welcoming and announcing all clients and visitors, ensuring adherence to security protocols, including managing visitor access lists
  • Answers and directs inquiries accordingly through attendant console software, relays accurate messages as required
  • Work as part of a collaborative receptionist team to manage and direct incoming calls for local and other firm offices
  • Extends hospitality services as necessary, assists with personal belongings, offers beverages, basic print/copy assistance, parking ticket validations
  • Manages conference room reservations, reserves and confirms new reservations, approves pending reservations, adjusts meeting locations as necessary, and accurately maintains electronic room reservation system
  • Works closely with appropriate personnel to ensure meeting requirements are coordinated, such as audio/visual, conference room set-ups and food and beverage requests
  • Provides general administrative assistance to legal staff and management as required

Job Qualifications

Experience

Mid Level (3-7 years)

Job Location