Who We Are:
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. (“Oppenheimer”) is a leading middle-market investment bank and full service broker-dealer. With roots tracing back to 1881, the Company is engaged in a broad range of activities in the financial services industry, including retail securities brokerage, institutional sales and trading, investment banking (both corporate and public finance), equity & fixed income research, market making, trust services and investment advisory and asset management services.
Job Description
The firm is seeking a dynamic and personable Receptionist to join our corporate headquarters in New York City. The Receptionist will be the first point of contact for our valued clients and will uphold a welcoming environment while managing our front desk operations.
Responsibilities
- Welcome and greet visitor and employees, determine nature and purpose of visit, and direct or chaperone them to specific destinations
- Manage calendar (MS Outlook) for all conference rooms in conference center space
- Coordinate and communicate with employee’s reserving conference space use, including notifying employee of guest arrival
- Main point of contact for visitors (services for coat/luggage storage, direction to restrooms, beverage (water/tea/coffee) services)
- Answer telephone and direct calls, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages or scheduling appointments
- Arrange catering with approved vendors and maintain cleanliness in conference room
- Maintain a professional environment in the reception area
- Request technology support for conference center
- Oversee use of conference center space and escalate issues
- Perform administrative duties such as scanning, photocopying, faxing, filing, collating and creating mailing labels
- Manage pump room usage
- Assist with ad hoc projects as assigned by the Human Resources Department
Qualifications
- At least one year of relevant experience working in a corporate environment
- Able to interface and articulate well with all levels of employees and clients in a highly professional and friendly manner
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively
- Must be a team player with an energetic, proactive and positive disposition
- Knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
- Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills
Compensation
For job postings in New York City, Oppenheimer is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. This salary range is specific to the City of New York and takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making salary decisions including but not limited to your skills, qualifications, experience, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range is $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 at the time of this posting. Also, certain positions are eligible for additional forms of compensation such as discretionary bonus.
Skills Required
- At least one year of relevant experience working in a corporate environment
- Professional and friendly communication with employees and clients at all organizational levels
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively
- Team-oriented, energetic, proactive, and positive disposition
- Knowledge of MS Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word
- Excellent written, visual, and verbal communication skills
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave and time off offerings appear broad, with PTO, paid sick days, paid holidays, bereavement leave, and military leave available. This breadth indicates structured time-away support across multiple needs.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental and family support includes family medical leave and generous parental leave, with dependent care options also listed. These offerings suggest formal support for caregiving and family needs.
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Inclusive Benefits Coverage — Benefits span healthcare (medical, dental, vision, mental health), HSAs/FSAs, retirement and insurance options, plus an EAP, commuter benefits, legal assistance, and various discounts. The breadth points to a comprehensive baseline of programs across categories.
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. Insights
What We Do
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. is a leading national investment boutique with over a century of tradition. Oppenheimer’s culture of providing innovative, customized solutions to our clients sets us apart from our competitors. Oppenheimer is proud of its reputation as a Firm that helps individuals, families, corporate executives, foundations and endowments, charities, pension plans businesses, and institutions. We occupy a unique position in the industry, thanks to the dedication, expertise, and creativity of our people. Oppenheimer Financial Advisors draw on the extensive resources and expertise of nearly 1,900 other professionals, including those in Equity Research, Capital Markets, and Investment Banking. Oppenheimer Asset Management Inc., Oppenheimer Life Agency Ltd., Oppenheimer Trust Company of Delaware and Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. are wholly owned subsidiaries of Oppenheimer Holdings Inc., an integrated financial holding company. Oppenheimer is a registered broker-dealer and investment advisory firm. Securities are offered through Oppenheimer.
