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Career Receptionist — Law Firm

Job No. / Vancouver / Administration

Career Receptionist – Law Firm

Full-Time, Permanent | $55,000–$63,000

Our client, a well-established law firm, is seeking an experienced Career Receptionist to join their team. This is an ideal opportunity for someone who enjoys being the first point of contact for a professional office and is looking for a long-term career in reception.

The successful candidate will be polished, personable and highly organized, with the experience and confidence to manage a busy front desk while creating a welcoming and professional experience for clients and visitors.

This is a full-time, permanent, 100% on-site position, Monday to Friday, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Responsibilities

  • Answer and direct incoming calls in a professional and efficient manner
  • Greet clients, visitors and guests and ensure they receive a warm welcome
  • Maintain a polished, organized and professional reception area
  • Coordinate boardroom bookings and prepare meeting rooms as required
  • Assist with firm events and social functions
  • Coordinate external file storage and maintain accurate tracking of boxes
  • Assist with new file openings and conflict searches
  • Provide backup support for BC Online and LTSA postings
  • Provide general administrative and clerical support as needed
  • Help ensure the front office operates smoothly throughout the day

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of recent reception experience, preferably within a law firm or professional services environment
  • A genuine interest in making reception a long-term career
  • Professional and polished telephone manner
  • Friendly, confident and personable communication style
  • Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a busy professional environment
  • Dependable, proactive and comfortable working independently
  • Strong computer skills and the ability to learn new systems
  • Previous law firm experience and familiarity with BC Online and LTSA are considered assets

Compensation

$55,000–$63,000, commensurate with experience.

If you are an experienced receptionist who takes pride in being the welcoming face and voice of an organization and are looking for a stable, long-term opportunity within a professional law firm environment, we would love to hear from you.

Please send resume to apply@rjohnsoncorp.com, attention Richard

While we thank all those who apply for their time, only those who are short-listed will be contacted due to the high volume of resumes received.