Job Title: Legal Receptionist
Job Overview:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions is seeking a Legal Receptionist to join our client to support the daily operations of a busy legal office while delivering a polished and welcoming experience to clients and visitors. This role plays a key part in keeping the front office organized, professional, and running smoothly. The position is onsite in Newark, Delaware and offers a contract to hire opportunity with long term potential. The ideal candidate brings strong administrative skills, sound judgment, and a service driven mindset to a professional services environment.
Compensation:
$22 to $23 per hour (non bilingual) 
$23 to $25 per hour (bilingual - Spanish)
Work Schedule:
Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, with a one hour lunch
Key Responsibilities of the Legal Receptionist:
• Serve as the first point of contact by welcoming clients, guests, and vendors and coordinating with attorneys and legal staff
• Manage a high volume of incoming calls by answering, screening, routing, and accurately relaying messages
• Provide administrative and clerical support including scanning, copying, emailing, fax retrieval, and document handling
• Maintain an orderly and professional front office, reception area, and conference rooms
• Support office operations by sorting mail, assisting with supply orders, and preparing new client materials
Qualifications and Skills for the Legal Receptionist:
• Two to three years of reception or administrative experience within a legal or professional services setting
• Strong proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications including Word and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to interact professionally with diverse clients and colleagues
• High attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• Discretion, sound judgment, and a commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Why Join Us?
This opportunity offers hands on exposure to a professional legal environment with the potential to transition into a permanent role. You will work alongside experienced legal professionals while building valuable administrative and client service expertise. Contemporary Staffing Solutions provides ongoing support and access to meaningful career opportunities.
About Us:
Contemporary Staffing Solutions (CSS) is a trusted leader in providing contract, temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire staffing solutions. With decades of experience, we’ve grown from a staffing agency to a nationwide provider of workforce management solutions. Our niche recruitment expertise spans Accounting & Finance, Call Center & Office Support, Human Resources, Sales & Marketing, and Information Technology. Explore more about CSS and how we connect great talent with exceptional opportunities by visiting www.ContemporaryStaffing.com.