Job Description

Job Advertisement: Receptionist

Position:

Receptionist

Location:

Boyd Rice Solicitors, 6 Mill Street, Newtownards, BT23 4LU

Company:

Boyd Rice Solicitors Ltd.

Employment Type:

Full-Time.

Salary:

Competitive, commensurate with experience.

About Us:

Boyd Rice Solicitors is a progressive law firm with offices in Newtownards, Bangor and Belfast. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to achieve their best.

About You;

You will have 1-2 years of previous reception or customer/public-facing experience, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. You are organised, professional, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently. Your friendly and approachable manner will ensure that clients feel welcome and well-supported, both face-to-face and during phone calls.

Job Overview:

We are seeking to recruit a full time Office Receptionist. This role will be based onsite primarily in our Newtownards office with possible occasional coverage at our Bangor office.

Key Responsibilities:

Act as the first impression to meet and greet all visitors, providing refreshments as required

Answer telephone calls promptly, dealing with queries including providing and following up on estimates, recording, and passing on messages as appropriate.

Coordinate staff calendars and room bookings utilising MS Outlook and Teams.

Managing incoming post, including opening, scanning, and ensuring GDPR compliance.

.Process outgoing mail, including franking and delivery to the local post office.

. Handle card payments at reception and make daily deposits when required.

Communicate and collaborate effectively with Legal Secretaries and other staff to ensure smooth business operations.

Perform a range of administrative support across departments as required.

Skills:

Excellent communication skills, with a strong ability to engage effectively both in person and over the phone.

Thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrating flexibility and the ability to meet tight deadlines.

Strong interpersonal skills, with a talent for building positive relationships with clients and across all levels of an organisation.

Adaptable and professional, with experience engaging with diverse groups of people.

Highly organised, with strong administrative skills and a keen eye for accuracy.

Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including MS Teams, Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Essential Criteria:

Educated to GCSE standard or the equivalent including English and Maths is desirable At least 1 years' experience in a Reception role or a similar role or customer/public-facing experience IT proficient with a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and/or Teams. Confident dealing with incoming and outgoing phone calls Strong people and communication skills.

Why Join Us?

Innovative Environment:

Work in a forward-thinking company that values creativity and innovation.

Professional Development:

Opportunities for growth and advancement within the company.

Collaborative Culture:

Join a supportive team that values collaboration and mutual respect.

Competitive Benefits:

Health insurance, over average annual leave and other benefits.
How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a good fit for this position to

sarah@boydricesolicitors.com Please include "Newtownards - Receptionist Application" in the subject line.

Application Deadline: 12 pm, Friday 20th June 2025

Boyd Rice Solicitors welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, irrespective of gender, ethnicity and origin, disability, political beliefs, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, or socio-economic status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 23,650.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave

Company pension

Life insurance

Private medical insurance

Parking available close by

Schedule:

Monday to Friday

No weekends

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

Administrative experience: 1 year (preferred)

Customer service: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 20/06/2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 23,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Company pension Free parking Life insurance Private medical insurance
Schedule:

8 hour shift Monday to Friday No weekends
Education:

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 15/11/2024