Job Description

EXCELLENT JOB OPPORTUNITY FOR LEGAL ASSISTANT AND RECEPTIONIST

FULL TIME / PERMANENT

SALARY - DEPENDENT UPON EXPERIENCE

MONDAY - FRIDAY, 9AM - 5PM

25 DAYS HOLIDAY PLUS EXTRA DAYS AT CHRISTMAS AND YOUR BIRTHDAY OFF

COMPANY PENSION SCHEME

Cooper Nimmo Solicitors seeks a Receptionist/ Legal Assistant to be based in our offices in Blackpool.

The ideal candidate will be conscientious, pro-active and have strong organizational, communication and administrative skills, as well as proficiency in computerized systems and software. As an Office Administrator/ Receptionist, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth operation of our office and firm within the front of house.

The successful candidate will be part of a growing team providing professional legal services to the local community.

RESPONSIBILITES:-

- Time recording

- All aspects of file opening, maintenance, record storage (physical and electronic) and office support facilities.

- File retrieval and closing files.

- Taking inbound and outbound calls and emails to clients, including enquires on new cases and have a full knowledge of work in/due in/due out/what process is needed on case files.

- Preparing post for dispatch and dealing with incoming and outgoing post

- Greeting visitors and providing them with necessary information.

- Recording details of clients and visitors attending the office.

- Performing general clerical duties.

- Preparing and distributing correspondence, memos, and reports

- Maintaining the confidentiality of sensitive information

- Collaborate with other team members to ensure efficient office operations.

- Undertaking administrative duties and assisting other departments and fee earners, as and when required.

- Ensuring the confidentiality and security of the firm's and clients' documentation and information including the opening of new case files, time recording and filing.

SKILLS:-

-Willingness to learn and work as part of a busy, fast-paced office environment

- Excellent organisational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise

- Knowledge of office procedures and clerical practices

- Professional phone etiquette and strong communication skills

- Strong administrative skills for effective office management

- A can- do attitude

- Conscientious and able to work off of own initiative

Experience:-

Administrative experience: 1 year
Work location:-

Office based in Blackpool
Job Type:-

Full-time
Salary:-

Starting salary 24,000.00 PRO RATA and will depend upon experience
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From 24,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension
Work Location: In person