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Hearst

Global media and information services conglomerate

Receptionist / HR Administrator

Full-TimeUpdated
No salary listed
Entry
Dallas, TX, USA
In PersonOn-site in Dallas, Texas.
Administrative & Executive AssistanceAdministrative Support
No H1B Sponsorship
US Citizenship Required

About the job

Requirements
  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Professional and courteous communication skills are required to assist employees, candidates, visitors and vendors.
  • Strong organization and follow-through are required to manage recurring tasks, competing requests and time-sensitive logistics.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office or comparable productivity tools is required, along with the ability to learn phone, meeting, shipping and human resources systems.
  • The role requires careful handling of confidential information, employee records, checks and audit documentation.
  • The role requires ability to perform routine office tasks, including standing, moving supplies, setting up meeting spaces and handling packages within reasonable workplace requirements.
  • All applicants must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents eligible to work in the U.S. without immigration restrictions.
Responsibilities
  • Answer, screen and route incoming calls; manage voicemail and maintain office phone system updates, prompts and related settings.
  • Welcome and direct visitors; follow office safety and security procedures; manage building access; issue visitor badges; maintain visitor logs; provide Wi-Fi access information; and coordinate parking validation.
  • Manage employee badges and coordinate equipment assignment, tracking and returns with Corporate Services.
  • Submit office maintenance requests to building management and follow up as needed.
  • Receive, sort and distribute mail, packages and deliveries; coordinate express shipping and pickup through carriers such as FedEx and UPS; and maintain shipping supplies.
  • Scan and email mail that must be delivered to remote employees; scan checks for Finance verification and mail check payments to the designated lockbox, following established handling and control procedures.
  • Order and maintain office, kitchen and executive refreshment supplies; monitor inventory and expense purchases; and keep common areas clean, organized, safe and stocked.
  • Maintain conference room calendars and reservations; schedule meetings as requested; and support room setup and cleanup.
  • Coordinate business lunches, including ordering, expense documentation, receiving, setup and cleanup.
  • Assist onsite employees with office questions, parking validation, visitor needs and related requests.
  • Provide general administrative support, including filing, photocopying, faxing, mailing and shipping; support human resources administration such as payroll and new hire processes; and perform other office and human resources tasks as needed.
  • Respond to audit support requests by providing appropriate training completion records, visitor log data and visitor badge records in accordance with access and confidentiality requirements.
  • Provide administrative support for office-based employee engagement and recognition activities, including coordination, materials and logistics.
  • Prepare new hire packets and assemble new hire swag bags; monitor supplies, place or coordinate orders, document expenses and maintain stock.
  • Coordinate calendar invitations for training activities as requested, including department sessions, panels, speakers and related meetings.
  • Prepare training materials by copying, assembling, packaging and mailing materials as required.
  • Coordinate phone and panel interviews for Dallas-based roles at the request of Talent Acquisition and hiring managers.
  • Schedule interview participants, reserve rooms or meeting links, communicate logistics and help ensure a professional candidate experience.
Desired Qualifications
  • Prior experience in reception, office administration, human resources administration or a comparable customer-facing support role.
  • Additional coursework or training in office administration or Human Resources.

About the company

Hearst is a global, diversified media, information, and services group with magazines, newspapers, TV and radio stations, and business information companies. It earns revenue from advertising, subscriptions, and selling information services, delivering content across print, broadcast, and digital platforms, including Fitch Ratings for credit ratings and research. Its mix of traditional media brands with specialized data and analytics services sets it apart from firms that focus on a single area. Its goal is to be a leading worldwide provider of trusted media content and data-driven information services for individual consumers and business customers.

Company Size

5,001-10,000

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

1887

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What believers are saying

  • Hearst reported 2025 revenue of $13.5 billion, up 3%, and record profits.
  • A+E reaches 414 million households, giving Hearst global content distribution.
  • DallasNews and Austin American-Statesman deals deepen Hearst’s local newspaper footprint.

What critics are saying

  • A+E still faces declining linear cable viewership; September 2026 close won’t fix that.
  • Fitch's profits tied to bond markets; a 2027 slump cuts Hearst's largest generator.
  • If Fitch loses ratings credibility, Hearst's profit engine and conglomerate valuation collapse.

What makes Hearst unique

  • Hearst controls Fitch Group, A+E, and 360 businesses, spanning B2B and media.
  • In August 2026, Hearst bought Disney’s 50% A+E stake, ending the JV.
  • CEO Steven Swartz said 2025 profits came mostly from B2B, especially Fitch Group.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Emotional Wellness Support

Growth & Insights and Company News

6 month growth

-4%

1 year growth

-6%

2 year growth

-6%
Deadline
Jul 30th, 2026
Disney sells 50% A+E Global Media stake to Hearst for over $1B

Disney is selling its 50% stake in A+E Global Media to joint venture partner Hearst Communications in an all-cash deal worth over $1 billion, according to reports. The transaction is expected to be announced at Disney's earnings call next week. A+E Global Media owns cable networks A&E, History, Lifetime, and FYI, as well as A+E Studios. Disney and Hearst launched a sale process last year through Wells Fargo. Whilst profitable and debt-free, A+E Global has faced declining linear viewership like other cable networks. The company has adapted through early adoption of FAST channels and owns much of its content library. A+E Global Media President and Chairman Paul Buccieri will continue leading the company. This marks Disney's first major move to reduce its traditional television footprint.

PR Newswire
Jun 11th, 2026
Chptr raises $5.5M to distribute hyperlocal stories across TV, radio and digital in under 24 hours

Chptr, a company building distribution infrastructure for community stories, has raised $5.5 million in Series A funding led by CityRock. Tribute Technology participated, alongside strategic partnerships with iHeartMedia, Sinclair and Hearst. The New York-based startup delivers time-sensitive local content across television, radio and digital platforms within 24 hours. Chptr is now live in 132 US television markets and has delivered thousands of localised broadcasts. Starting with end-of-life memorial content sourced from funeral homes, the company uses human-reviewed AI for formatting and production whilst maintaining data privacy. Founded in 2020, Chptr will use the funding to expand into remaining US markets, deepen broadcast integrations and develop additional time-sensitive content categories beyond memorials.

Quiver Quantitative
Aug 27th, 2025
DallasNews Board Supports $15 Hearst Merger

DallasNews Corporation's Board rejected MNG Enterprises' proposal to acquire the company at $18.50 per share, reaffirming support for a merger with Hearst at $15 per share. Despite the higher offer from MNG, the Board, with backing from key stakeholder Robert W. Decherd, determined it was not superior. The Hearst deal represents a 242% premium over previous stock prices. Decherd controls over 96% of voting power, ensuring alignment for the Hearst merger.

Investors Hangout
Aug 4th, 2025
DallasNews Proposes $15/Share Hearst Merger

DallasNews Corporation (Nasdaq: DALN) has filed a preliminary proxy statement for a proposed merger with Hearst, offering shareholders $15.00 per share in cash, a 242% premium over the current stock price of $4.39. Robert W. Decherd, the majority shareholder, supports the merger, complicating a competing proposal from Alden Global Capital. The merger requires two-thirds approval from Series A and B stockholders and aims to maximize shareholder value.

The Business Journals
Feb 19th, 2025
Hearst to acquire Austin American-Statesman from Gannett

The community paper will be purchased by the owner of other news outlets such as the Houston Chronicle and San Antonio Express-News.