Receptionist

Are you a front-desk and administrative professional looking for a stable and rewarding opportunity in the specialized metallurgy sector? Randstad, a global leader in talent solutions, is looking for a dedicated and organized receptionist for a full-time permanent position at a dynamic, family-run company in the Mile-Ex neighborhood of Montreal. This receptionist role is the company’s first impression and voice, playing a key role in managing the flow of visitors and communications.

As a Receptionist in Randstad Professional's Business Administration sector, you will be the guardian of the office and the central point of communications. Your expertise in Customer Relations will ensure a positive experience for everyone who interacts with the company, whether clients, suppliers, or employees. Most administrative and communication tasks will be carried out in French.
However, given the business environment in Montreal, an intermediate level of English is desired for occasionally handling calls or visits from outside Quebec. Portuguese is also highly appreciated. Randstad Professional: Find the right job, love what you do, and grow your career. With access to a wide range of positions with top employers, a global community of professional peers, and specialized training and support, we will be your partner in helping you build a rewarding career.

Advantages
Rewarding opportunity
Solid local family business accessible by public transport

Responsibilities
The Receptionist is responsible for the following tasks:
• Welcoming and directing visitors and clients in a professional and courteous manner.
• Managing the phone system, screening incoming calls, and transferring communications.
• Receiving, sorting, and distributing mail, packages, and deliveries.
• Managing and coordinating meeting rooms, including booking and logistical preparation.
• Performing various administrative and office support tasks for the team (filing, photocopying, data entry, etc.).
• Keeping the reception area and common areas tidy and clean.
• Helping coordinate office supply inventory and placing orders.
• Handling general emails and responding to basic information requests.

Qualifications
To excel in this Receptionist role:
• Mastery of French (spoken and written), essential for daily communication in Quebec.
• Intermediate level of English *(desired for occasional interactions outside Quebec).
• Mastery of Portuguese (spoken and written).
• Proven experience as a Receptionist or in a similar front-desk/administrative role.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and thoroughness.
• Professionalism and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Autonomy and proactivity in carrying out administrative tasks.

Our Client operates across Canada, and globally/internationally in the United States and other countries. This company takes all reasonable means to limit the number of positions in Quebec that require knowledge of a language other than French, and only requires this where it is necessary and its existing bilingual employees are unable to fulfil these job duties. Based on an assessment conducted by our client, it has been determined that this position requires candidates to be fluent in English (oral and written). In particular, this position will require the employee to:

-communicate with English-speaking clients/partners/employees located outside Quebec on a regular basis

Summary
Don't miss this exciting career opportunity as a Receptionist. If you're ready to advance your career in Business Administration, we want to hear from you.

Send me your application at jean-paul.astruc@randstad.ca

Randstad Canada is committed to fostering a workforce reflective of all peoples of Canada. As a result, we are committed to developing and implementing strategies to increase the equity, diversity and inclusion within the workplace by examining our internal policies, practices, and systems throughout the entire lifecycle of our workforce, including its recruitment, retention and advancement for all employees. In addition to our deep commitment to respecting human rights, we are dedicated to positive actions to affect change to ensure everyone has full participation in the workforce free from any barriers, systemic or otherwise, especially equity-seeking groups who are usually underrepresented in Canada's workforce, including those who identify as women or non-binary/gender non-conforming; Indigenous or Aboriginal Peoples; persons with disabilities (visible or invisible) and; members of visible minorities, racialized groups and the LGBTQ2+ community.

Randstad Canada is committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible workplace for all its candidates and employees by supporting their accessibility and accommodation needs throughout the employment lifecycle. We ask that all job applications please identify any accommodation requirements by sending an email to accessibility@randstad.ca to ensure their ability to fully participate in the interview process.