Legal Receptionist / Administration

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Limited; Tring; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Harwood Recruitment Solutions Limited in Tring is seeking a bright, enthusiastic Receptionist for a busy law firm. You will be the first point of contact for visitors, clients and colleagues, delivering outstanding customer service while keeping the front of house welcoming and orderly.

Key duties include managing the reception area, answering calls and emails, coordinating meeting room bookings and supporting partners with general administration.

Qualifications

• Experience in a Receptionist or Front of House role is essential.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proactive approach with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communication with colleagues, visitors and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors, clients and colleagues in a professional, friendly manner.
• Manage the reception area, keeping it presentable and well organised.
• Handle incoming calls, emails and general enquiries.
• Coordinate visitor access and front‑of‑house experience.
• Arrange meeting room bookings and ensure rooms are prepared for use.
• Support general office administration and assist partners with caseloads.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Organisation

Front of house

Microsoft Office

Audio typing

Proactive

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

I'm looking for an bright, enthusiastic and professional Receptionist to join a busy law firm based in Tring.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys delivering exceptional customer service while ensuring the smooth day‑to‑day running of a professional workplace. As the first point of contact for visitors, clients and colleagues, you'll play a key role in creating a welcoming environment and supporting the wider business.

No two days are the same, making this an ideal role for someone who is organised, proactive and thrives in a fast‑paced office environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcome visitors, clients and colleagues with a professional and friendly approach.
• Manage the reception area, ensuring it is always presentable and well organised.
• Handle incoming calls, emails and general enquiries.
• Manage visitor access and ensure a positive front-of-house experience.
• Coordinate meeting room bookings and ensure rooms are prepared for use
• Help maintain an efficient and well-organised working environment.
• Report maintenance and building issues to the facilities management team and monitor progress.
• Assist with general office administration, sending emails, and supporting partners with caseloads.

About You

You'll be a confident and professional individual with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering outstanding customer service.

You'll also have:

• Previous experience in a Receptionist or Front of House role.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• A proactive approach and strong attention to detail.
• Confidence communicating with colleagues, visitors and senior stakeholders.
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Previous Audio typing experience.