Receptionist

Receptionist

Maxwell, Hendry & Simmons, LLC – Fort Myers, FL

Join one of Southwest Florida’s most trusted real estate valuation firms. Maxwell, Hendry & Simmons, LLC is seeking a friendly, detail-oriented, and highly organized Receptionist to be the welcoming face and voice of our downtown Fort Myers office. This full-time role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels in customer interaction, and is comfortable managing a wide range of administrative responsibilities.

As the Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our clients, vendors, and partners—on the phone, by email, and in person. You will also provide essential administrative support to our team of appraisers and office staff.

About Maxwell, Hendry & Simmons

We are proud to be one of the oldest and largest real estate appraisal firms in Southwest Florida. As a full-service firm, we provide residential & commercial valuation and consulting & tax appeal services to a broad spectrum of private, commercial, and governmental clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and manage incoming phone calls with professionalism and warmth
• Coordinate scheduling and communicate appraisal appointments with clients
• Prepare and send proposals, appraisal reports, and invoices
• Enter new orders into our tracking system
• Pull public records, tax data, and property maps to assist with appraisals
• Maintain appraiser documentation (E&O insurance, licenses, qualifications, etc.)
• Support internal systems such as SharePoint and client login credentials
• Keep sample reports organized and up-to-date for each appraiser

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, especially Word and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong time management and multitasking abilities
• High attention to detail and organizational excellence
• Confidence speaking on the phone with clarity and professionalism

Preferred but Not Required

• Proven experience in a receptionist or administrative support role
• Prior experience in real estate, financial services, or appraisal-related industries
• Familiarity with CRM or tracking software systems
• Associate’s degree or technical certification

What We Offer

• Full-time, in-office role in beautiful downtown Fort Myers
• Competitive pay based on experience
• Full benefits package
• Opportunities for growth and development within the firm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person