Legal Front Desk & Admin Coordinator

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd; Wickford; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd represents a well-established legal practice in Wickford seeking an experienced Receptionist/Administrator. You will manage front-desk duties, handle calls, coordinate appointments, and provide secretarial support in a professional law office environment.

The role requires strong IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, audio typing), excellent communication, and the ability to work well in a team with minimal supervision. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:30.

Qualifications

• Ideally, previous experience in a legal office is preferred but not essential.
• Current receptionist/switchboard experience is required or advantageous.
• Strong IT skills: MS Word, Outlook, Excel, and audio typing.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team and with minimal supervision.
• Hours: Monday to Friday 9.00 am – 5.30 pm.

Responsibilities

• Answer all incoming calls and route to the correct department.
• Take messages and manage call filters.
• Meet and greet clients in reception and assist with enquiries.
• Photocopying ID, filing, opening and closing client files.
• Prepare mail and arrange daily photocopying; manage solicitor diaries.
• Arrange appointments and book meetings; prepare conference rooms and provide refreshments.
• Provide general secretarial support as required.

Skills

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Audio typing

Communication

Teamwork

Independence

Job description

JS Legal Recruitment Ltd represents a well-established legal practice in Wickford seeking an experienced Receptionist/Administrator. You will manage front-desk duties, handle calls, coordinate appointments, and provide secretarial support in a professional law office environment.

The role requires strong IT skills (Word, Outlook, Excel, audio typing), excellent communication, and the ability to work well in a team with minimal supervision. Hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:30.