A well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Leeds city centre is seeking a professional and personable Receptionist / Office Administrator to join their team. This is a front-of-house role combining reception, administrative support, and occasional hospitality duties.

This position is initially temporary, with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role for the right candidate.

Working Hours & Pay
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday)
Shift pattern of 7.5 hours per day within core hours of 9:00am - 5:30pm
Flexibility required outside core hours for events, when necessary

Pay:

Temporary: £12.71 per hour + holiday pay (£14.24 total)
Permanent: Up to £26,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Key Responsibilities

* Acting as the first point of contact, delivering a professional and welcoming front-of-house experience

* Answering calls, transferring enquiries, and taking accurate messages

* Greeting clients and visitors in a courteous and helpful manner

* Managing Outlook calendars and meeting room bookings

* Providing administrative support across the office, including for Partners

* Handling incoming and outgoing post, couriers, and deliveries

* Managing filing, archiving, and document distribution

* Coding and reconciling invoices

* Supporting internal teams and assisting across departments as needed

* Assisting with the organisation of in-house events alongside the marketing team

* Ordering catering (breakfasts, lunches, dinners) when required

* Monitoring and maintaining meeting rooms to a high standard

* Ordering office supplies and conducting monthly stock checks

* Setting up conference calls and supporting meeting logistics

About You

* Professional, reliable, and well-presented

* Excellent communication and organisational skills

* Strong attention to detail

* Comfortable multitasking in a busy office environment

* Previous reception or administrative experience preferred

* A proactive and team-oriented approach

This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected law firm in a varied and people-focused role, with the potential for long-term career development