At a Glance
- Tasks: Sort mail, assist with reception duties, and keep the office organised.
- Company: Join Express Solicitors, a top-rated personal injury law firm in the UK.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, 23-26 days holiday, private medical insurance, and gym access.
- Other info: Enjoy a vibrant workplace culture with social events and team activities.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career in a supportive environment with great progression opportunities.
- Qualifications: GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above; customer service experience preferred.
The predicted salary is between 22902 - 26722 £ per year.
Established in 2000, Express Solicitors is an award‑winning, no win no fee law firm specialising exclusively in personal injury claims. Headquartered in Manchester, we support clients nationwide across all areas of personal injury, including employers’ liability, serious injury, clinical negligence, occupiers’ and public liability, road traffic accidents and industrial disease. We are ranked 64th in The Lawyer UK Top 200, out of more than 10,000 law firms nationwide, and after achieving a 20% year‑on‑year growth, Express Solicitors are the largest personal injury claimant firm in the UK. Our commitment to outstanding client care is reflected in our Trustpilot rating of 4.8 (Excellent), placing us among the highest‑rated firms in the sector.
The Role
We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Post Room Administrator to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for sorting and scanning mail, preparing meeting rooms, and distributing stationary orders. Additionally, you will assist with reception duties, including answering telephones, as well as providing administration support such as photocopying. Other responsibilities include completing checklists and helping maintain an organised and tidy office environment. This position has great routes for progression into other departments with previous Administration Assistants moving on to be Secretaries, HR assistants, IT assistants and Medical Agency File Handlers.
Responsibilities
- Sorting, scanning, and franking of mail.
- Reception duties, including answering telephones in a polite and professional manner.
- Administration support, such as photocopying.
- Manual handling such as lifting heavy boxes.
- Assisting with kitchen checks and stock.
- Ensuring meeting rooms are prepared.
- Completing checklists on a daily/weekly basis as instructed.
- Helping to keep the office tidy.
- Other ad hoc duties as required.
Person Specification
- GCSE Maths and English at Grade C or above.
- Experience of working in a customer‑facing role.
- Experience of dealing with customers on the telephone.
- Prior Reception/Switchboard knowledge is favourable but not essential.
- NVQs or qualifications in business administration are advantageous but not essential.
- Experience of working in a law or legal services firm.
Salary & Hours
Salary of £22,902.10 – £26,722.54, dependent on age. Our standard working hours are 8:30 am to 5:30 pm Monday‑Thursday and 8:30 am to 5 pm Friday – all office based. On‑site working, 23 days holiday rising to 26 days plus bank/public holidays, 3 holiday buy‑backs and an extra day for your birthday after service length requirement. Looking after your health: private medical insurance available after 2 years’ service, annual flu jab and Employee Assistance Programme. 24/7 onsite gym, Netball/Football team, 10 km Manchester team and more. Work life / balance: active social committee with generous departmental and firm‑wide social budget.
Administration Assistant in Manchester employer: Express Solicitors Limited
Express Solicitors Limited is an exceptional employer located in Wythenshawe, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee growth and development. With a hybrid working model and competitive salary range, the firm fosters a collaborative environment where Costs Lawyers can thrive, enhancing their skills while managing meaningful cases in personal injury and clinical negligence. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and invests in your future.
Contact Details:
Express Solicitors Limited Recruitment Team
