Job Summary
We are a long established high street firm specialising in family law, conveyancing, lasting powers of attorney, wills and probate. We are seeking a professional Receptionist and Legal Administrator to join our team. The ideal candidate will serve as the first point of contact for clients and visitors, providing exceptional customer service while managing the administrative functions of our legal office.
Duties
- Greet clients and visitors in a friendly and professional manner, ensuring a positive first impression.
- Answer and direct phone calls, taking accurate messages when necessary.
- Maintain an organised filing system for legal documents, wills, deeds and client records, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
- Assist with basic administrative tasks such as opening files, document preparation, copying and scanning.
- Carry out AML checks and follow our AML policies and procedures
- Provide support to legal staff as required, ensuring smooth office operations.
- monitoring and ordering of stationery
Requirements
- Strong customer service skills with the ability to communicate effectively with clients and colleagues alike.
- To always act with integrity. Discretion and the ability to maintain confidentiality and to uphold professional standards is required.
- Excellent organisational skills with keen attention to detail to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Good standard of computer literacy. Prior use of a case management System is desirable but not essential.
- Proven experience in an administrative role, preferably within a legal or professional services environment is desirable but not essential
- Familiarity with legal terminology and procedures is advantageous but not essential. Training will be provided.
- This role may suit a person who has undertaken a law degree and looking for experience within a legal firm. We are not able to offer a training contract.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £21,367.50-£25,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 21 – 35 per week
Benefits:
- On-site parking
Language:
- English (preferred)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: FG Administrator
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