Receptionist - Toronto jobs

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About the Receptionist - Toronto jobs

ABOUT GOWLING WLG hiring for Receptionist in Toronto

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East, and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion, and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it, and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.

Firm member satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged, and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants, and business support staff work together as a team and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

PROFILE for Receptionist

Receptionist Jobs Near Me at Gowling WLG

We are currently seeking an energetic, detailed, hardworking, self-starter to join our fast-paced Office Services team as a Receptionist. If you've been searching for "receptionist jobs near me," this opportunity could be the perfect fit. In this role, you will be responsible for greeting and directing clients, as well as handling incoming and outgoing telephone calls. While you will receive some direction or guidance, most tasks and objectives are accomplished independently.

RESPONSIBILITIES of Toronto Receptionist

The incumbent’s responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Greet and direct clients to conference rooms
• Coordinate scheduling of conference and meeting rooms
• Keep a visitors log and/or issue visitor passes
• Receive and relay incoming calls, taking messages where necessary
• Place collect and overseas calls and arrange conference calls
• Perform other duties as required

QUALIFICATIONS for Receptionist Jobs in Toronto

• Post Secondary Diploma
• Ability to communicate effectively with other Firm members, with the aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner
• Ability to use discretion when dealing with confidential information
• Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment
• Ability to prioritize and redefine priorities when necessary
• Handle stress in a business-like manner
• Prior reception experience in a corporate environment would be an asset
• Excellent proficiency with Microsoft 365, Outlook, and knowledge of Rendezvous or similar boardroom booking systems would be an asset

Not sure if you meet all the requirements? If you are excited about this opportunity but your experience does not align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.

While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.