Part-Time Receptionist

Looking for a role where you can make a difference?

We’re looking for a friendly, organised and enthusiastic Part-Time Legal Receptionist to join our team at Hopkins Solicitors.

As the first point of contact for our clients and visitors, you’ll play an important part in creating a welcoming and professional first impression. You’ll be joining a supportive team in a modern, forward-thinking law firm where people matter, teamwork counts and everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Previous experience working in a solicitors’ practice would be highly desirable, along with good typing skills and the ability to assist with audio dictation. If you’re approachable, reliable and enjoy helping people, we’d love to hear from you!

What will you be doing?

• Welcoming clients and visitors and making them feel at ease.
• Answering incoming calls, directing enquiries and taking accurate messages.
• Managing appointments and helping to keep reception running smoothly.
• Typing correspondence and other legal documents.
• Assisting with audio dictation and supporting the wider team with administrative duties.
• Handling confidential information with care and professionalism.
• Helping to maintain a welcoming, organised and professional office environment.
• Sorting incoming and outgoing post
• Other ad hoc duties as and when they are required

What are we looking for?

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience working in a solicitors’ practice (desirable).
• Has good typing skills and is confident assisting with audio dictation.
• Has a friendly, professional telephone manner and excellent communication skills.
• Is organised, reliable and able to manage their workload effectively.
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and attention to detail.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and is happy to lend a hand where needed.

Come work with us – a place where you can grow!

We want our people to feel supported, appreciated and able to develop. We’re a forward-thinking law firm that invests in its team and creates an environment where you can build your skills and enjoy coming to work.

What’s in it for you?

Our benefits include:

• Holiday purchase scheme – giving you more flexibility with your time off.
• Contributory pension to help you plan for the future.
• Free eye tests.
• Discounts on your own conveyancing or wills.
• Mental health and wellbeing support.
• Long-service rewards and referral bonuses.
• Christmas bonus.
• Four extra days off over Christmas.
• Free tea, coffee, juice and more in our staff kitchen.

You’ll also be part of a friendly, positive workplace with staff socials, team-building days, charity events, a social committee and our Employee of the Month shoutouts.

We have modern offices, up-to-date technology and a team culture built around supporting one another and celebrating success.

Ready to join us?

If you’re looking for a part-time role where you can use your reception and typing skills, make a difference to our clients and become part of a supportive legal team, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your career with Hopkins Solicitors!

To apply for this role, please email Rebecca Truscott at rtruscott@hopkins-solicitors.co.uk with your CV and covering letter.