Legal Receptionist

About the Role

Our client, a well-established US law firm based in Central London, is recruiting a Legal Receptionist to join their team. This position encompasses a diverse range of front desk and administrative tasks essential to the smooth operation of the office. The ideal candidate will bring at least two years' receptionist experience, preferably within a legal environment or other corporate/global settings.

Key Responsibilities

• Welcoming visitors and internal team members warmly and professionally.
• Handling incoming calls by answering, screening, and redirecting them appropriately.
• Preparing meeting rooms for appointments and gatherings.
• Coordinating with external contractors and service providers.
• Organizing and maintaining filing systems and records.
• Managing the overall office calendar effectively.
• Providing support with various administrative duties as needed.
• Arranging transport bookings such as taxis and courier services.
• Setting up teleconferences and video meetings.
• Scheduling and coordinating meetings efficiently.

Candidate Requirements

• A minimum of two years of receptionist experience, ideally within a law firm or comparable corporate setting.
• Strong communication and customer service abilities to interact with international teams, high-profile clients, and senior legal professionals.
• Proficiency with IT tools and excellent administrative skills to manage both front of house and office tasks smoothly.

Benefits and Additional Information

This opportunity offers an attractive benefits package and is ideal for a corporate receptionist seeking a dynamic front-of-house role within a friendly and collaborative environment.

Candidates can expect to be contacted within 24 hours if successful. Due to high application volumes, unsuccessful applicants may not receive individual responses and their details will not be retained beyond this process.