Receptionist

Company: Daiichi Sankyo
Location: Basking Ridge
Posted on: January 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Title: Receptionist Job Requisition ID: 618 Posting Start Date: 1/14/26 At Daiichi Sankyo, we are united by a single purpose, to improve lives around the world through innovative medicines. With a legacy of innovation since 1899, a presence in more than 30 countries, and more than 19,000 employees, we are advancing breakthrough therapies in oncology, cardiovascular disease, rare diseases, and immune disorders. Guided by our 2030 vision to "be an innovative global healthcare company contributing to the sustainable development of society", we are shaping a healthier, more hopeful future for patients, their families, and society. Job Summary Serves as the initial company contact at Daiichi Sankyo Inc. for all incoming guests and phone calls. Ensure that visitors and callers are greeted appropriately, efficiently and in a timely and helpful manner. Notifies company personnel of visitor arrival, maintains security and telecommunications systems as needed. Adheres to and promotes proper security and safety measures. Fields a high volume of arriving visitors, incoming phone calls, and meeting/event attendees, and projects a positive corporate image with all employees, contractors, and visitors through a warm and welcoming demeanor and an efficient and professional approach. Must possess sound judgment, excellent diction and verbal communication skills, maintain a polished personal appearance, and be a proactive team player. Provide some administrative assistance to other team members as requested by direct management. Job Description Responsibilities General Reception Duties Greet, assist, and direct visitors, vendors, and deliveries following security protocols (including use of employee and department directories) Screen incoming phone calls and efficiently route to the appropriate employee or external contacts Use telecommunication and computer systems following corporate IT policy for phone and computer workstation operation Maintains safe and clean reception area by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations Reception Operation and Security Execute the daily operations of the corporate reception area, including safety procedures and in-house assistance to employees and visitors Act as the first line of security for the building and maintains security by following procedures, monitoring logbook, and issuing visitor badges Work with SPR Supervisor to ensure all procedures are followed to process visitors and maintain appropriate records of activities Complete corporate projects including updates to phone/employee lists, refresh of emergency and safety protocol documents, and maintenance of visitor logs Maintains continuity among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs Internal Concierge Assist staff with inquiries including location applicable procedural or protocol information Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed Input facilities or meeting requests as needed Report and escalate issues to manager as appropriate Responsibilities Continued Qualifications Education Qualifications High School Diploma required Bachelor's Degree preferred Experience Qualifications 1 or More Years General work experience required 1 or More Years Experience working with front-desk phone equipment required 1 or More Years Experience working in a corporate environment required 1 or More Years Experience following security protocol required Additional Information Daiichi Sankyo, Inc. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Salary Range: USD$24.07 - USD$36.11 Download Our Benefits Summary PDF Entry Level

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