Legal Receptionist

Anderson Knight is seeking a professional Legal Receptionist to join a prestigious law firm in Edinburgh. In addition to reception duties, this role will involve administrative responsibilities, requiring an individual who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and skilled in client relations.

This is a full-time, on-site position, Monday to Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet visitors and handle incoming calls, directing them to the appropriate team member.

• Arrange couriers, taxis, and meetings, ensuring room bookings and catering, IT, and equipment needs are met.

• Maintain office security, including managing visitor logs, access passes, and reporting lost passes.

• Ensure reception area and meeting rooms are clean, well-presented, and stocked with supplies.

• Process incoming and outgoing mail promptly, ensuring proper distribution and postage.

• Handle copying, scanning, binding, and filing tasks, including updating Counsel Papers for fee earners/Partners.

• Assist with file archiving and document scanning to the record management system.

• Perform general office tasks such as deliveries, court runs, photocopier maintenance, and Health & Safety checks.

• Order and manage stationery and office supplies.

• Book corporate travel, courses, and accommodation.

• Report office maintenance issues to the Facilities Manager for prompt resolution.

• Perform other ad hoc reception, administration, and facilities tasks as needed.

• Managing competing priorities and tight deadlines while maintaining high-quality work.

• Adapting to varying work practices across different teams.

Skills and Experience

• Proficient in Microsoft 365.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.

• High attention to detail and ability to produce work to a high standard under tight deadlines.

• Legal experience (preferred).

Submit your CV in confidence today to be considered for this wonderful opportunity.