Receptionist/Administrator in Oldham

Receptionist/Administrator in Oldham

Oldham Full-Time On-site
russell + russell

Hours: 9.00 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday (1 Hour Lunch) or will consider a job share 9.00 am to 5.00 pm 2/3 days each week


We have a vacancy for a Receptionist/Administrator to join our Oldham Office.


The position will involve working from front of office, dealing with enquiries by telephone, email and in person.


Job role



  • To provide excellent customer service promoting the firm whenever possible

  • Meeting and greeting clients and offering refreshments

  • To answer all incoming calls effectively and transfer through to relevant staff

  • To make telephone contact with clients and outside bodies

  • To undertake filing, scanning, faxing and photocopying when necessary

  • To arrange appointments and meetings as required

  • Opening, distributing and franking the offices post.

  • Administration support such as; opening files, typing and other legal and office administration support as required

  • Maintaining the reception desk/area


Skills Required



  • Must have good organisational skills

  • Must have attention to detail (Accuracy essential)

  • Professional telephone manner

  • Ability to work well within a team

  • Motivated, friendly, confident, reliable & team player

  • Eager to learn and develop new skills, flexible


GCSE level at Grade C/5 and above (or equivalent) in the main academic subjects such as English and Maths.


The traditions and values, which first established Russell & Russell as an early pioneer of legal services continues to serve us well today. We still provide friendly, professional advice in the manner a traditional high street law firm would, but this is now blended with a 21st Century approach.


The practice has grown organically to incorporate ten offices stretching across the Northwest; two in Bolton and one in Atherton, Bury, Chester, Farnworth, Horwich, Middleton, Oldham and Todmorden. Although we pride ourselves on being a regional firm, several of our departments service clients throughout England and Wales.


The firm holds a number of industry related accreditations across all its service areas, in particular the Lexcel Practice Management Standard.


25 days a year plus bank holidays and an accrual system after 2 years


Birthday holiday


Life insurance – 2x annual salary


Referral schemes (PI, Conveyancing, Family & Wills/Probate)


Discounted Services (Conveyancing, Family & Wills)


Staff Introduction Scheme (Refer a success applicant and get Β£500)


Monthly Raffle Draw – 1 st , 2 nd & 3 rd prizes


Dress down once a month


Annual Christmas Party & Events


Quarterly fruit baskets


Training & Development



  • Training and development opportunities

  • Internal workshops

  • Compliance webinars

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Receptionist/Administrator in Oldham employer: russell + russell

At russell + russell, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that values integrity, client relationships, and personal growth. Our supportive work culture encourages collaboration and innovation, offering flexible working arrangements and generous benefits such as 33 days of annual leave and private medical insurance. Located in a vibrant area, we provide our Tax Managers with the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on clients' lives while enjoying a balanced work-life dynamic.

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