Receptionist

Trowers & Hamlins LLP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension (GPP Aviva)

Private medical insurance

Gym discounts

Cinema tickets

Job summary

Trowers & Hamlins LLP is seeking a friendly Receptionist for our Exeter office. You will be the first point of contact for clients and visitors, delivering a high standard of front‑of‑house service and supporting daily office operations.

Responsibilities include greeting guests, managing calls, coordinating meetings and events, and assisting with travel bookings and expenses. Prior reception or admin experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Professional, approachable and adaptable.
• Previous reception or office administration experience.
• Experience with AV equipment would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Welcome clients, visitors and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Manage incoming calls and direct enquiries appropriately.
• Coordinate meeting rooms, catering and AV facilities.
• Ensure reception and client areas are kept tidy and presentable.
• Support office events and general administrative tasks, including travel bookings and expenses.

Skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Adaptable

Reception experience

AV equipment

Tools

AV equipment

Job description

Receptionist

Department: Operations

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Exeter

Description

We are looking for a professional and friendly Receptionist to join our Exeter office. As the first point of contact for clients and visitors, you will play an important role in delivering an excellent front-of-house experience while supporting the smooth running of the office.

The Role

You'll provide a high-quality reception service and support a range of office activities.

• Welcome clients, visitors and colleagues in a professional manner.
• Manage incoming calls and direct enquiries appropriately.
• Coordinate meeting rooms, catering and AV facilities.
• Ensure reception and client areas are kept tidy and presentable.
• Support office events and general administrative tasks, including travel bookings and expenses.

The Candidate

We're looking for a proactive and organised individual who enjoys delivering excellent service.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and use initiative.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Professional, approachable and adaptable.
• Previous reception or office administration experience.
• Experience with AV equipment would be advantageous.

Benefits

Our benefits include, an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva. We also offer Private Medical Insurance, (currently with Vitality Health) upon joining the firm, which include discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments and much more.

Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation.

As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.