Legal Admin & Office Manager — Entry Level

Aspiria Recruit; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benenden Healthcare

25 days annual leave + 3 days over the

Enhanced Adoption/Maternity/Paternity

Job summary

Aspiria Recruit is assisting with the recruitment of an Office Manager/Legal Assistant for an established Exeter-based law firm. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone with relevant administrative experience keen to develop within a legal environment.

You will handle general office administration and reception duties, manage post and files, order supplies and provide overflow support to the legal team.

Qualifications

• Recent graduate or experience in an administrative, office or legal support role.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• Professional telephone and communication skills.
• Reliable, proactive and willing to support colleagues.
• Comfortable working with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage general office administration and day-to-day operational tasks.
• Provide reception cover and welcome visitors professionally.
• Answer and direct incoming telephone calls.
• Scan, file and organise documents accurately.
• Manage incoming and outgoing post, including occasional post office visits.
• Monitor and order office supplies and other requirements.
• Open new files and complete associated administrative processes.
• Provide ad hoc paralegal and administrative support during busy periods.
• Offer overflow assistance to members of the legal team.
• Maintain accurate records and handle confidential information appropriately.
• Support the smooth and efficient running of the office.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm.

Job description

Aspiria Recruit is assisting with the recruitment of an Office Manager/Legal Assistant for an established Exeter-based law firm. This entry-level role is ideal for a recent graduate or someone with relevant administrative experience keen to develop within a legal environment.

You will handle general office administration and reception duties, manage post and files, order supplies and provide overflow support to the legal team.