Corporate Receptionist

We are trusted investment banking advisors to business owners and senior executives of leading private equity firms and public and privately held companies around the world. Our services include mergers and acquisitions advisory, private funds and capital markets advisory, and valuation and fairness opinions. As one tightly integrated team of more than 1,000 professionals across 15 countries, we offer an unmatched perspective on the global private capital markets, backed by superb execution and a deep commitment to client success. With extensive industry knowledge and relationships, timely market intelligence and strategic insights, we forge deep, productive client relationships that endure for decades. Learn more at www.lincolninternational.com.

At Lincoln International, we know that the success of our global organization is a direct outcome of the strength of our people. We encourage diversity of thought and create talent density by attracting, retaining and engaging high performers from all demographics, backgrounds and perspectives. We value diversity, equity and inclusion as a catalyst to foster innovation and creative problem solving, access the best candidates and adapt to a highly dynamic, competitive environment. We know that employing a diverse team and valuing the unique perspectives of our people allows us to better understand and serve the needs of our clients.

Lincoln International is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We encourage you to read more about our commitment to diversity and Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) efforts.

Duties & Responsibilities:
Lincoln International is seeking a Corporate Receptionist to join its rapidly growing team in Chicago. The Corporate Receptionist position provides an excellent opportunity to work in a demanding, yet supportive, collaborative environment. Based in Chicago, Illinois, the Corporate Receptionist will serve as one of three main points of contact for guests in Lincoln International’s Chicago Office. The Corporate Receptionist should have relevant professional experience, be entrepreneurial, poised, and able to deal with many different people both inside as well as outside the firm.

To be successful in this role, you will have exceptional organizational skills, be team focused, and have flexibility to best support each team member. In addition, you will have a strong attention to detail, the ability to work professionally and efficiently in a deadline driven environment and the willingness to take ownership of tasks from beginning to end. Regular working hours are 8:30 am to 5:00 pm with a 30-minute lunch break. Willingness and ability to work overtime is necessary.

We envision the Corporate Receptionist will be initially tasked with the following:

• Serve as one of three main points of contact for guests, over the phone and in-person:
• Answer a multi-line phone system and direct calls to the appropriate person or effectively deal with inquiries
• Responsible for clearing visitors through the tenant portal
• Greet and interact with guests in a friendly, efficient, and professional manner
• Coordinate with others in the New York office to create an exceptional experience for visitors arriving at the office
• Manage and monitor room calendars for upcoming meetings through Workspace; assist with setting up required resources and other services, such as catering, in support of smooth and efficient meeting facilitation
• Troubleshoot minor issues with A/V and phones; coordinate with the appropriate resource, if needed
• Maintain a clean office environment
• Responsible for mail/package coordination and delivery
• Refresh refrigerators in conference rooms daily and stock kitchen condiments, as needed
• Expense processing through Concur
• Gain proficiency in Salesforce to perform basic administrative tasks
• Assist Office Manager with planning and executing internal and external events
• Assist Office Manager with new hire and leaver office tasks
• Advise Office Manager of any office maintenance issues
• Ad-hoc projects and administrative responsibilities as required

Qualifications:
Professional and Cultural Characteristics:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-3 years of experience a