Legal Receptionist, Full-Time

About F Barnes Solicitors

F Barnes Solicitors is a well-established and respected law firm based in Romford, Essex. We pride
ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services while maintaining a professional, supportive, and people-focused working environment. As the firm continues to grow, we are seeking a professional, friendly, and highly organised Legal Receptionist to join our busy and growing law firm in Romford. As the first point of contact for clients and visitors, you will play a key role in delivering an exceptional client experience while supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practice. 

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and customer service skills who enjoys working in a fast-paced legal environment.

The Role

Key Responsibilities

• Greeting clients and visitors in a professional and welcoming manner 
• Answering and directing incoming telephone calls 
• Managing the firm’s reception area and meeting rooms 
• Handling incoming and outgoing post, emails, and deliveries 
• Opening and closing client files in accordance with office procedures 
• Scheduling appointments and maintaining fee earnners’ diaries 
• Assisting with general administrative duties and document management 
• Taking payments and issuing receipts where required 
• Ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal practice procedures 
• Supporting solicitors and support staff with ad hoc administration tasks 
  

Person Specification

Essential

• Previous reception, administration, or customer service experience 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 
• A professional and courteous telephone manner 
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail 
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications 
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team 
• A positive, flexible, and proactive approach 
  

Desirable

• Previous experience in a legal or professional services environment 
• Familiarity with legal case management systems 
• Experience handling confidential information 

Benefits

• Competitive salary starting from £25,000 per annum 
• Full-time permanent position 
• Favourable Holiday 5.6 weeks per annum including bank holidays (full time) 
• Additional discretionary annual leave in between Christmas and New Year 
• Additional 1 day for your Birthday after six months service 
• Supportive and friendly working environment 
• Opportunity to develop skills within a respected legal practice 
• Company pension scheme 
• Staff social events 

If you are enthusiastic, professional, and looking to build your career within the legal sector, we would love to hear from you. 

Only candidates with the relevant experience need apply with CV and covering letter to:

Email: Joanne.druce@fbarnes.co.uk

F Barnes Solicitors is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.