Office Junior

Robinson Murphy Solicitors; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal practice in Newcastle upon Tyne is seeking an Office Junior/Assistant to support the administrative team. The role involves tasks such as providing general administrative support, answering calls, and managing emails. While prior office experience is advantageous, it is not a requirement as training will be provided. Ideal candidates will have good typing and computer skills, and be organized, trustworthy, and reliable. This position offers a great opportunity to develop office skills in a professional environment.

Qualifications

• Previous office or admin experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Computer skills with familiarity of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).
• Organised individual, trustworthy and reliable.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support to the office team.
• Answer telephone calls and maintain a professional manner.
• Monitor incoming emails and distribute as necessary.

Skills

Good typing skills

Computer skills with Microsoft Office

Good telephone manner

Education

Educated to GCSE standard (Maths/English)

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook)

Job description

We are seeking an Office Junior/Assistant to join our legal practice to assist and support our team in the day‑to‑day running of the office. This role offers an excellent opportunity to develop office skills within a professional environment. The successful candidate will support our administrative team and contribute to maintaining an efficient workplace. Prior office experience is preferred but not essential as training will be provided.

Duties:

• Provide general administrative support to the office team, including filing, photocopying, and scanning documents.
• Answer telephone calls and maintain a professional telephone manner.
• Keep track of stationery supplies and advise when stock is low.
• Monitor incoming emails and distribute as necessary.
• Use of Microsoft Office suite (Word/Outlook).
• Typing duties including letters, emails, and documents.
• Audio typing (training will be provided).

Skills and attributes:

• Previous office or admin experience is advantageous but not essential as training will be provided.
• Computer skills with familiarity of Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook).
• Good typing skills.
• Audio typing (not essential as training will be given).
• Good telephone manner with clear communication skills.
• Educated to GCSE standard (Maths/English).
• Organised individual, trustworthy and reliable.