Client-Focused Office Administrator & Receptionist

Larking Gowen LLP; Colchester; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday 24 days + bank holidays

Life Assurance

Pension 5% employee, 3% employer

Medicash Plan

Professional subscriptions

Group Income Protection

Annual salary review

Option to purchase PMI

Job summary

Larking Gowen LLP is seeking an Office Administrator/Receptionist in Colchester. The role supports front-of-house operations, client liaison, and a range of admin duties across the business.

You will handle document management, assist with compliance tasks, and support teams with meetings and post. A strong English/Maths background and MS Office skills are essential, with travel to other East Anglia offices possible.

Qualifications

• Minimum of English and Mathematics GCSEs (C/4) or equivalent.
• Experience in a client-facing role and office administration.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Experience dealing with client matters and using computerised packages.

Responsibilities

• Manage a professional front-of-house reception and client liaison.
• Administer processes including filings, accounts preparation and Companies House tasks.
• Support billing, correspondence and document handling.

Skills

Customer service

Office administration

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Organisation

Education

English GCSE

Maths GCSE

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Office software

Data management systems

Job description

Larking Gowen LLP is seeking an Office Administrator/Receptionist in Colchester. The role supports front-of-house operations, client liaison, and a range of admin duties across the business.

You will handle document management, assist with compliance tasks, and support teams with meetings and post. A strong English/Maths background and MS Office skills are essential, with travel to other East Anglia offices possible.