Business Support, Facilities Support
JLL · Cohoes, NY · 2 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
About the role
As a Receptionist at JLL, you'll be the face of our workplace — creating exceptional first impressions and delivering outstanding front-of-house and meeting & event services for clients, visitors, and colleagues alike. This is a role for someone who is genuinely customer-obsessed, detail-driven, and thrives in a fast-paced, high-profile corporate environment. From welcoming visitors to managing meeting spaces and supporting the wider facilities team, you'll play a key role in shaping the everyday workplace experience and representing JLL's culture of excellence at every touchpoint.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and direct visitors, candidates, and new hires, managing front-of-house services including sign-in, badging, luggage assistance, lost and found, and delivery coordination
- Handle incoming calls, emails, and queries through front-of-house channels, personalising interactions based on onsite events and visitor needs
- Maintain the highest standards of presentation across reception and meeting areas, including physical setup of meeting and event spaces in line with team guidelines
- Monitor meeting room environments — furniture, signage, AV equipment, temperature, and consumables — ensuring everything is always guest-ready
- Manage room booking systems across Outlook, conference room finder, and SharePoint, keeping displays and calendars up to date
- Liaise with security and janitorial teams to coordinate meetings and events seamlessly
- Support the wider facilities team with trouble tickets, mail and courier services, site inspections, space audits, and general administrative tasks
Required Qualifications
- Experience in reception, concierge, or a related customer-facing role
- Previous experience in a high-profile corporate environment
- Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills — written and verbal — in both English and Italian
- Strong PC literacy with confidence using technology systems to manage daily activities
- Excellent customer service skills, with the ability to engage professionally at all organisational levels
- High attention to detail and ability to maintain composure and professionalism at all times
Preferred Qualifications
- Background in catering, hospitality, or workplace services
- Experience with meeting and event coordination in corporate settings
- Familiarity with SharePoint, Outlook calendar management, and conference room booking platforms
- Knowledge of security procedures and emergency/evacuation protocols
- Experience supporting space audits or workplace optimisation initiatives
- Awareness of local area services (transport, restaurants, hotels) to assist visitors as needed