Job vacancy
Employment type: Part time (2 days a week)
We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced receptionist/administrator to join our Macclesfield office. You’ll work independently as the first point of contact for all SAS Daniels visitors and clients, providing a warm and professional welcome whilst maintaining an organised and professional reception area.
This role is offered on a part time basis, working 2 days per week, and would suit someone who is able to manage a variety of administrative tasks with ease.
Key responsibilities:
* Provide administrative support to the office as well as the management team to include accurate scanning of incoming post, copying and binding documents, assisting with the preparation of bundles, filing, archiving and collating papers.
* Receive, greet and process all clients and visitors to the firm in a helpful, friendly and professional manner, ensuring visitors are aware of access and parking.
* Ensure incoming post is opened and stamped for a partner to review and arrange for outgoing post to be processed efficiently.
* Maintain confidentiality and ensure the secure handling of all practice and client documentation.
* Liaising with external suppliers e.g. confidential shredding, waste collection, landlord on building repairs, PAT testing and IT equipment, fire extinguishers, cleaning services etc.
* Provide excellent customer service when handling telephone enquiries.
* Monitor and respond to emails in the reception inbox promptly and accurately
About you:
* A good working knowledge of Office365
* Warm, welcoming, and service‑focused approach to client and visitor interactions.
* Previous experience of working in the legal sector desirable
* Able to work independently and use initiative effectively.
* Strong customer service skills with a proactive attitude.
* Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
* Undertake training and have a responsibility towards self-development
What we offer you in return:
Generous annual leave including:
* 24 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays and an additional 3 paid office closure days between Christmas and New Year
* Birthday day off
A comprehensive benefits package to support your overall health and wellbeing:
* Medical cashback scheme
* 24-hour GP service
* Private health cover
* Life cover (4x annual salary)
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Enhanced family friendly policies including:
* Enhanced maternity & paternity leave
* Enhanced maternity & paternity pay
* Employer pension contribution
* A dedicated CSR committee
* Social and charity events
* SAS Daniels has named Contact Hostel as its employee-selected local charity for 2026
For more insight into our culture and a full overview of our benefits, explore our careers page.
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