Law Firm Receptionist in East London (JO9908)
Overview
Reference
JO9908
Salary
£23,000 - £24,000/annum + benefits
Job Location
- United Kingdom -- England -- Greater London -- Wanstead
Job Type
Permanent
Posted
Thursday, November 20, 2025
A well established Law firm with offices in Surrey and East London is looking for a receptionist to work at their Wanstead office.
Role and Responsibilities:
Client Interaction:
- Acting as the first point of contact for clients, both in person and via phone, ensuring a professional and welcoming experience.
- Copying ID, completing AML checks with firm guidance, and managing client queries.
- Making appointments and preparing for client meetings, including greeting clients and preparing meeting rooms
Administrative Support:
- Handling incoming and outgoing post, including DX.
- Ordering and maintaining stationary supplies.
- Archiving and maintaining organised file systems.
- Opening files and updating records.
Legal Support:
- Assisting fee earners and partners with administrative tasks.
- Communicating with third parties and other professionals, undertaking legal ad hoc duties as required.
Key Requirements:
- Recent experience as a receptionist/administrator.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to reliably commute to Wanstead.
The role will be full-time, permanent and salary will be 23k to 24k plus private medical insurance, company pension and free on-site parking.