We are looking for a full time Receptionist to join our busy firm on a permanent basis.

Hours of work- Monday to Friday 9:00am to 5:30 pm

Based out of our Coventry office, it is preferable for candidates to hold a full UK Driving Licence and have their own transport.

Salary is negotiable dependent on experience.

Previous experience as a Legal receptionist is preferred but not essentail essential as training will be given.

 

Your duties ultimately will include: –

  • Switchboard – Process incoming telephone calls with no undue delay and in a courteous and helpful manner, to receive and process all visitors to the firm, especially clients, in a helpful, friendly, and professional manner.
  • Dealing with clients in person and via telephone
  • Taking messages
  • General office duties
  • Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements e.g., data protection, SRA and anti-money laundering.
  • Dealing with all visitors to the reception area, especially new clients.
  • To ensure the tidiness of the reception area and issuing lanyards where appropriate for third party site visitors.
  • Maintain booking system/diary for the meeting rooms & Board room.
  • To undertake other clerical and administrative duties as may reasonably be required from time to time.
  • To ensure the confidentiality and security of the firm’s and clients’ documentation and information.
  • Arranging refreshments for clients attending appointments.

Skills, Abilities and Knowledge

  • Ability to prioritise own workload and work effectively without immediate supervision.
  • Ability to communicate clearly both verbally and in writing.
  • Excellent interpersonal and client liaison skills, and a good professional telephone manner.
  • Willingness to take on additional administrative duties/responsibilities.
  • Ability to work effectively and flexibly as part of a team.

 

To apply for this position please send your CV and covering letter to Rob Pitchford, HR Assistant, Brindley Twist Tafft & James LLP, Lowick Gate, Siskin Drive, Coventry, CV3 4JF or email to robert.pitchford@bttj.com

Please note – Previous candidates, whether direct or via an agency, need not apply.