Front of House Receptionist - US Law Firm

Ryder Reid; City Of London; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Central London is seeking a Front of House Receptionist. This full-time office-based role requires 2+ years of experience in front-of-house and catering, focusing on providing excellent client service and managing day-to-day administrative tasks. The role offers a competitive salary of up to £35k and the chance to work in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience in front-of-house and catering in a law firm or professional services environment.
• Strong communicator, both in person and on the phone.
• Organised, dependable, and calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Manage the switchboard and transferring calls.
• Provide clients and visitors a warm welcome.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Job description

Front of House Receptionist | US Law Firm | Central London | Full-Time Office-Based

Do you bring a vibrant "can-do" attitude and thrive in high-energy, client-facing environments? Are you someone who enjoys being at the heart of the office - the welcoming smile, the calm head under pressure, and the one who keeps everything running smoothly?

We're working with a prestigious law firm in the City of London, looking to welcome a confident and proactive front-of-house professional into their team. If you've got 2+ years of experience in front-of-house and catering and are ready to step up your career in a dynamic legal setting, this could be your next move.

Why this role could be your perfect fit:

• Monday to Friday, 09:30-17:30, 5 days in the office
• Competitive salary up to £35k, aligned with experience
• Supportive, friendly team who value collaboration and professionalism
• Real opportunities to grow and expand your skillset in a legal environment

What you'll be handling day-to-day:

• Helping manage the switchboard and transferring calls/taking messages where necessary
• Giving clients and visitors a warm, polished welcome every time
• Coordinating meeting room bookings and ensuring a professional setup
• Keeping front-of-house areas pristine and presentable
• Arranging catering for key meetings and events
• Stocking up on stationery and kitchen supplies
• Updating and maintaining files
• General administration - typing, scanning, copying, assisting the lawyers with ad hoc requests

Who we're looking for:

• 2+ years' experience in front-of-house and catering in a law firm or professional services environment
• A people person who's as positive as they are professional
• Organised, dependable, and calm under pressure
• Strong communicator, both in person and on the phone
• Someone who takes initiative, loves being busy, and gets things done

If you're ready to take ownership of a lively, front-facing role and make a real impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Due to the high volume of applications, we are not able to respond to all enquiries. If you have not received a response within 72 hours, please assume you have not been shortlisted at this stage, however thank you for taking the time to apply.

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