An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Receptionist to join one of the longest established law firms in the North East of England, on a part time, two days per week basis (Monday and Tuesday).
Based at our Head Office in Stockton-on-Tees, the successful candidate will provide an efficient reception service to our staff and clients, in addition to general administrative support.
This is a busy and varied role, and no two days will be the same!
The main duties will include, but will not be limited to:
- Greeting visitors
- Answering the telephone
- Taking messages
- Photocopying
- Checking client ID
- Making refreshments for meetings
- Ordering lunches
- Managing and booking meeting rooms
- Ordering stationery
This role is an excellent entry point into an ambitious and friendly organisation with a fantastic opportunity to develop and acquire new skills. There is genuine possibility that the contract may be extended further or made permanent in the future.
You will be joining a small and friendly team of reception staff and full training will be provided.
The ideal candidate will have the following skills, experience, and attributes:
- Excellent communication and people skills
- Previous reception and administration experience
- Strong organisational skills
- Be punctual and reliable
- Possess discretionary skills when handling sensitive information
- Comfortable using computer systems including Microsoft Office packages
- Able to work as part of a team and autonomously
- Able to pick things up quickly and use own initiative
- Able to commute to our Stockton office
Why work for us?
At Jacksons, we offer a range of fantastic staff benefits including:
- 33 days holiday as standard (including bank holidays) which rises with service (pro-rated for part time or fixed term contracts)
- Discounted legal services
- High street discounts
- Life insurance
- Enhanced pension
If you enjoy socialising, we also have plenty of networking, staff and charity events for you to get involved with. It really is a wonderful place to work! During a recent staff survey 100% of respondents said they would recommend working at Jacksons to friends. We do work hard, but we like to enjoy it and we pride ourselves on our commitment to flexibility, work life balance and being a good employer.
If you would like to be part of our team, send your CV to recruitment@jacksons-law.com
Interview date: To be confirmed (salary will be discussed at interview)
Please note: All correspondence regarding this opportunity will be sent to the email address that you have provided. If you have not heard from us within two weeks of submitting your application, please assume that your application has not been successful on this occasion. Thank you.
