Receptionist

George Ide LLP

Chichester

On-site

GBP 18,000 - 24,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training and development opportunities

Friendly working environment

Job summary

George Ide LLP in Chichester is seeking a professional and well-organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients and visitors. You will support front-of-house operations and provide administrative assistance to the wider office.

The role requires excellent communication, strong organisational skills and a polite telephone manner, with a commitment to confidentiality and GDPR compliance. Join a friendly, client-focused team committed to high-quality service.

Qualifications

Previous experience in a receptionist or front-of-house role.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail.
Confident and polite telephone manner.
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel).
Ability to manage multiple tasks and remain calm under pressure.
Professional appearance and attitude at all times.

Responsibilities

To cover switchboard and Reception.
To maintain all records with regards to Wills, Deeds and EPA’s.
To deal with all enquiries with regards to Wills, Deeds and EPAs from outside sources and staff members.
To liaise with Clients and request necessary ID and authorisation from all parties that is required for the collection thereof.
To locate and scan wills.
To log all documents for storage.
To restore/destroy/re-log files from Bognor Office.
To deal with day-to-day queries raised by clients and fee earners and communicate information as required for their resolution.
To promptly file all transaction paperwork associated with the role.
To ensure the confidentiality and security of all documentation to comply with new GDPR regulations.

Skills

Receptionist experience

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Telephone manner

Multitasking

Professional appearance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

George Ide LLP is a well-established and respected firm of solicitors based in Chichester, providing high-quality legal services to individuals and businesses across the region. We pride ourselves on our professional, client-focused approach and friendly working environment.

The Role

We are seeking a professional, approachable, and well-organised Receptionist to be the first point of contact for clients and visitors to the firm. This role is central to ensuring a welcoming and efficient front-of-house service while providing administrative support to the wider office.

Key Responsibilities

To cover switchboard and Reception.
To maintain all records with regards to Wills, Deeds and EPA’s.
To deal with all enquiries with regards to Wills, Deeds and EPAs from outside sources and staff members.
To liaise with Clients and request necessary ID and authorisation from all parties that is required for the collection thereof.
To locate and scan wills.
To log all documents for storage.
To restore/destroy/re-log files from Bognor Office.
To deal with day-to-day queries raised by clients and fee earners and communicate information as required for their resolution.
To promptly file all transaction paperwork associated with the role.
To ensure the confidentiality and security of all documentation to comply with new GDPR regulations.

Skills and Experience