Receptionist

Legal Southwest Ltd; Exeter; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days’ annual leave

Office-based role

Job summary

Legal Southwest Ltd in Exeter is seeking an experienced receptionist to join our busy law firm. You will greet clients, handle calls, manage meeting room bookings, and provide general admin support to the team.

The role is office-based, with a 35-hour week from 9.30am to 5.30pm, Monday to Friday, and a salary of £26,000 per annum plus 25 days’ holiday. The successful candidate will contribute to a welcoming, professional client experience.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Meeting and greeting clients and visitors with a warm, professional welcome.

Skills

Excellent communication

Professional appearance

Interpersonal skills

Multitasking

Team player

Tools

Audiovisual equipment

Job description

Salary: £26,000 per annum
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9.30am – 5.30pm (35 hours per week)
Working Arrangement: Office Based
Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays

The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Receptionist to join a highly regarded law firm based in Exeter.

The firm is seeking a professional, friendly and enthusiastic individual who enjoys working in a busy, fast-paced environment and takes pride in delivering exceptional client service.

As the first point of contact for clients and visitors, the successful candidate will play an important role in creating a welcoming and professional impression of the firm.

Key Responsibilities

• Meeting and greeting clients and visitors, ensuring a warm and professional welcome.
• Answering incoming telephone calls, transferring calls and taking accurate messages.
• Maintaining a smart, tidy and professional reception and meeting room environment.
• Coordinating meeting room bookings, catering requirements and refreshments.
• Setting up conference calls and audiovisual equipment for meetings.
• Assisting with the organisation and preparation of office events.
• Arranging travel and accommodation bookings when required.
• Providing general administrative support, including ordering supplies, processing invoices and expenses.
• Supporting the wider office team to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the office.

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous reception experience, preferably within a professional office environment, although applicants with exceptional customer service experience will also be considered.

The firm is particularly interested in individuals who can demonstrate a stable employment history, a positive attitude and the ability to remain calm and professional in a busy environment.

Key skills and attributes include:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A friendly, confident and approachable personality.
• A professional appearance and manner.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to multitask and prioritise effectively.
• A proactive approach and willingness to use initiative.
• A positive, enthusiastic and flexible attitude.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good IT skills, with experience of audiovisual equipment being advantageous.

Benefits

• Competitive salary of £26,000 per annum.
• 25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Permanent position within a well-established and respected law firm.
• Friendly and professional working environment.
• Opportunity to become an integral part of a busy and supportive team.

Legal Southwest will never, without exception, send out your CV without your prior knowledge or consent so please be assured that we treat every application with the utmost confidentiality.