Office Receptionist

Receptionist PositionWe are seeking a detail-oriented Receptionist for our Newport Beach, CA office.Role SummaryThe Receptionist serves as the first point of contact for the office, playing a key role in creating a welcoming, professional experience for clients, visitors, and internal teams. We are seeking an individual with prior experience in a receptionist or front-office role, ideally within an insurance brokerage or similar professional services environment. Beyond daily front-office responsibilities, this role offers an excellent opportunity for growth and exposure to the insurance industry, serving as a potential stepping stone to other administrative, operations, or client service positions within the organization.What Will You Be Doing?Serve as the first point of contact for clients, visitors, carriers, and vendors, providing a welcoming and professional front office experienceGreet and direct visitors, notify internal staff of arrivals, and ensure proper sign-in procedures are followedAnswer, screen, and route incoming phone calls to the appropriate departments or team membersRespond to general inquiries and direct clients to the appropriate internal resources or teamsMaintain the reception area, conference rooms, and front office to ensure a clean, organized, and professional appearanceManage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and courier deliveriesCoordinate meeting room scheduling and assist with preparing meeting spaces as neededSupport administrative tasks including document handling, filing, scanning, and data entryAssist with onboarding logistics for new hires and visitors, as requestedHandle confidential client and policy-related information with discretion and professionalismMonitor office supplies and place replenishment requests when necessaryFollow company policies and procedures, including compliance and privacy requirementsWhat Are We Looking For?Qualifications:Proven experience in a receptionist, front office or similar role, preferably in a corporate environment.Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact professionally across teams and with vendors.Exceptional attention to detail.Ability to manage multiple priorities and handle ad-hoc requests in a fast-paced environment.Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook) and other productivity tools.Organizational and problem-solving skills to ensure efficient workflow and timely completion of tasks.Flexibility and adaptability to support evolving business needs.Interest in learning the business and growing into future career opportunities within the organizationPreferred Qualifications:Experience working in an insurance brokerage environment preferredCompensation and BenefitsThe expected rate for this role is $25.00-$32.00 hourly, actual rate will be determined based on factors including candidate experience and work location. This role is classified as non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).In addition to a competitive base salary, employees are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus. Howden also offers a variety of benefits and programs, subject to eligibility, including:Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including healthcare savings and reimbursement accounts401(k) retirement planFlexible Paid Time Off and paid parental leaveLife and Disability insuranceOur Sustainability PromiseWe're on a life-long journey to become an ever-more sustainable group. It's a commitment to taking care of our people and the world we live in, to doing good business, and to making a positive impact wherever we can. Our governance processes, company policies, and review systems are all geared towards our goal of making a positive impact in the world. You can read more about our sustainability work here.Reasonable AdjustmentsWe're committed to providing reasonable accommodations at Howden to ensure that our positions align well with your needs. Besides the usual adjustments such as software, IT, and office setups, we can also accommodate other changes such as flexible hours or hybrid working.If you're excited by this role but have some doubts about whether it's the right fit for you, send us your application – if your profile fits the role's criteria, we will be in touch to assist in helping to get you set up with any reasonable adjustments you may require.*Not all positions can accommodate changes to working hours or locations. Reach out to your Recruitment Partner if you want to know more.Permanent