At a Glance
- Tasks: Be the friendly face of our law firm, managing calls and providing admin support.
- Company: Join a growing law firm with a supportive team atmosphere.
- Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, 35 days' leave, and a contributory pension.
- Other info: Part-time hours with a reliable schedule, ideal for students or those seeking flexible work.
- Why this job: Perfect for those who love communication and want to make a difference in a legal setting.
- Qualifications: Previous reception or admin experience, strong communication skills, and attention to detail.
The predicted salary is between 24500 - 24500 £ per year.
£24,500 FTE (pro rata) Part-time – 14 hours per week (Monday & Tuesday, 9:00am-5:00pm) Preston office.
We're working with a growing law firm looking to recruit a Receptionist to join its Preston office on a part-time basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong communication and organisational skills who enjoys being the first point of contact for clients and providing administrative support within a friendly legal team.
This is a part-time position working 14 hours per week, Monday and Tuesday, 9:00am-5:00pm. Unfortunately, the hours/days are set and unable to change.
Responsibilities include:
- Operating the main switchboard and directing calls appropriately
- Receiving telephone enquiries, taking messages, and dealing with straightforward queries
- Making outbound calls to clients, solicitors, courts and other third parties
- Maintaining diaries and completing telephone records
- Inputting information onto the firm's case management system
- Opening new files and archiving closed files
- Handling incoming and outgoing post
- Keeping the reception area clean, tidy and welcoming
- Undertaking routine fire alarm tests and maintaining daily logs
- Providing general administrative support and assisting with other duties as required
What we need from you:
- Previous reception, front-of-house or administrative experience, ideally within a professional services environment
- Excellent telephone manner and communication skills
- Strong organisational skills with good attention to detail
- Confident using computer systems and Microsoft Office
- A reliable, flexible and professional approach
- A commitment to delivering excellent client service
The perks:
- £24,500 FTE salary (pro rata)
- Part-time working pattern of 14 hours per week, Monday & Tuesday, 9:00am-5:00pm
- 35 days' annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata)
- Contributory pension
- Friendly and supportive working environment
- Opportunity to join a growing, established law firm
Ready to apply? Hit the apply button or reach out to Jack Lloyd directly at Jack.Lloyd@Oculuslegalgroup.com.
Legal Receptionist in Preston employer: Oculus Legal Group
Join a growing law firm in Preston as a Legal Receptionist, where you'll be welcomed into a friendly and supportive environment that values strong communication and organisational skills. With a part-time schedule of just 14 hours per week, you can enjoy a healthy work-life balance while benefiting from 35 days of annual leave (pro rata) and a contributory pension scheme, making this an excellent opportunity for those seeking meaningful employment in the legal sector.
