Receptionist – Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
Office: Sutton in Ashfield
Reporting to: Head of Department
Hours of Work: Full-Time Monday - Friday 8.30am – 5.00pm with 1 hour for lunch
Benefits: Workplace Pension Scheme, 25 days holiday (4 of which are to be used for Christmas), plus bank holidays, holiday purchase scheme
Salary Guide: £23,809.50 per annum
Legal Receptionist / Typist
Hopkins Solicitors are looking for a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Legal Receptionist / Typist to join our welcoming team. This is a varied role where you'll be the first point of contact for our clients, helping to make their experience with us a positive one, while also supporting our fee earners with typing and general office administration.
What the role involves:
* Greeting clients in person and on the phone with a warm, professional manner
* Answering calls, taking clear messages and directing enquiries to the right person
* Typing up legal documents and correspondence accurately and efficiently
* Providing general administrative support across the office
* Assisting with diary management, appointments and meeting arrangements
* Keeping the reception area neat, tidy and inviting
What we're looking for:
* Someone with previous office or legal experience (legal secretarial/reception background is a bonus)
* Strong typing and IT skills, with good attention to detail
* A friendly, professional telephone manner and excellent people skills
* The ability to stay organised and manage a busy workload
* A team player with a positive, proactive attitude
* Experience in Family Law would be an advantage
What we offer:
* A supportive and approachable team environment
* Training and opportunities to develop your skills
If you enjoy working with people, take pride in being organised and approachable, and want to be part of a supportive firm, we'd love to hear from you.
How to apply:
Please send your CV and covering letter to Rebecca Truscott at -
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £23,809.50 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Employee discount
* Sick pay
Experience:
* Legal Receptionist: 1 year (preferred)
* Family Law: 1 year (preferred)
* Secretarial: 1 year (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Sutton-In-Ashfield NG17 1AQ (preferred)
Work Location: In person