Bilingual Receptionist/Office Assistant

Position: Bilingual Receptionist / Office Assistant (Spanish/English)
Location: Melville, New York
Employment Type: Full-Time

About Us

A busy litigation firm is seeking a professional and dependable bilingual receptionist/office assistant to join our team and provide excellent support to our attorneys and clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet clients and visitors in a professional, courteous manner.
• Answer, screen, and direct incoming phone calls in both English and Spanish.
• Schedule appointments, maintain calendars, and manage client communications.
• Translate and interpret conversations, documents, and correspondence when needed.
• Open, sort, and distribute mail and emails; prepare outgoing correspondence.
• Maintain organized client files (physical and digital).
• Perform general office duties such as copying, scanning, and filing.
• Provide administrative support to attorneys and paralegals as requested.
• Ensure the reception area and meeting spaces are clean and presentable.

Qualifications

• Bilingual proficiency in Spanish and English (oral and written) required.
• Prior experience in a receptionist, office assistant, or customer service role preferred.
• Experience in a law office or legal setting is a plus.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Professional phone etiquette and strong communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and comfortable with office technology.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Desired Qualities

• Friendly, approachable, and professional demeanor.
• Team player with a positive attitude.
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
• Reliability and punctuality.

Benefits

• Paid time off and holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Experience:

• Office: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person