Legal Receptionist

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Job summary

A reputable solicitor's firm in Southampton is looking for a full-time Receptionist. The role involves handling enquiries, assisting with administrative tasks, and managing supplies. Candidates should have good communication skills and experience in a client-facing environment. The salary is up to GBP 25,000, depending on experience, with standard holiday entitlement and a pension scheme.

Benefits

Standard holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• At least 1+ years of recent experience in a client-facing reception role within a law firm is highly desirable but not essential.
• Experience in professional services is considered.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong client and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Handling incoming enquiries by telephone and greeting clients and visitors.
• Assisting with printing, scanning, and photocopying tasks.
• Providing typing support when needed.
• Covering for other departments as required.
• Managing the distribution of post, DX, couriers, deliveries, and supplies.
• Monitoring and maintaining stationery stock levels.

Skills

Client-facing reception experience

Communication skills

Customer service skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Word

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook

Job description

A modern and reputable solicitor's firm in Southampton is looking for a full-time Receptionist to join their busy and expanding office.

They are a successful solicitor's firm dealing with a range of matters including Property, Private Client, Family, Employment, and Company & Commercial and Litigation matters.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Handling incoming enquiries by telephone and greeting clients and visitors.
• Assisting with printing, scanning, and photocopying tasks.
• Providing typing support when needed.
• Covering for other departments such as Reception, Hospitality, Switchboard, and Archiving as required.
• Assisting with administrative tasks across departments.
• Managing the distribution of post, DX, couriers, deliveries, and supplies.
• Procurement of supplies including stationery, photocopier supplies, and franking.
• Monitoring and maintaining stationery stock levels on the floors.

Skills and Requirements:

• At least 1+ years of recent experience in a client-facing reception role within a law firm is highly desirable but not essential.
• Experience in professional services is considered.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong client and customer service skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.

What they offer:

• Monday to Friday, office-based role.
• Salary up to GBP 25,000 depending on experience.
• Standard holiday entitlement and pension scheme.