Dynamic Administration & Front Desk Specialist

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment in York is seeking an experienced Administration Assistant to support a busy professional services team. The role covers reception, general administration, and facilities to ensure smooth day-to-day office operations.

You will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, handle a multi-line phone system, manage filing and archives, and assist with office maintenance and basic financial tasks in a professional environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for clients and visitors.
• Manage a busy reception area and multi-line telephone system.
• Manage the storage and retrieval of files, deeds and Wills, ensuring accurate records are maintained.
• Record the removal and return of files, deeds and Wills.
• Scan and archive closed files and maintain accurate records.
• Carry out general administrative duties including photocopying, scanning and document distribution.
• Monitor and respond to web enquiries.
• Ensure reception equipment is operational and report any maintenance issues.
• Order and maintain stationery and office consumables.
• Arrange couriers and deliveries, including urgent collections and deliveries where required.
• Obtain quotes and place orders for office furniture.
• Assist with general office maintenance and report any defects.
• Prepare meeting rooms and arrange refreshments and catering.
• Carry out weekly fire alarm testing.
• Manage receipts for cash and cheque payments received at reception.
• Handle petty cash and banking duties.
• Process credit and debit card payments and complete end-of-day reports.
• Distribute payment receipts to relevant colleagues.
• Organise swears and take certified copies of identification documents.

Job description

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment in York is seeking an experienced Administration Assistant to support a busy professional services team. The role covers reception, general administration, and facilities to ensure smooth day-to-day office operations.

You will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, handle a multi-line phone system, manage filing and archives, and assist with office maintenance and basic financial tasks in a professional environment.