Legal Graduate - Office Assistant / Receptionist

Job Title: Legal Graduate - Office Assistant / Receptionist - Entry Level Opportunity!

Location: Guildford - Office based (walking distance from the station)

Salary: £25,000 + Benefits: 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays, Health and group life insurance, Contributory pension scheme, A discretionary incentive bonus, Regular socials and well-being initiatives!

Overview

Our client, a leading legal practice in Surrey, is seeking an Office Assistant / Receptionist to be the face of their Guildford office! You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the office, providing exceptional reception services and supporting administrative functions across the firm.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming Clients: Greet clients, suppliers, and visitors with a warm and professional demeanour.
• Managing Mail: Efficiently handle incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
• Archiving Files: Maintain and monitor file archiving databases, ensuring timely retrieval and storage.
• Telephone Communication: Answer calls courteously, taking messages and referring queries as needed.
• Office Administration: Support staff with general office duties, including photocopying, managing stationery, and basic IT tasks.
• Maintaining the Reception Area: Keep the reception and meeting rooms tidy and inviting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in client-facing roles, with a courteous and efficient telephone manner.
• GCSE in Maths and English (A -C) or equivalent.
• Law Degree.
• Excellent communication, customer care, and organisational skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and convey information clearly.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal opportunities employer providing a welcoming environment. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.