Receptionist in Legal Firm

$37,440 - $39,520/Yr

Kodiak 5 - Houston, TX

Full-time - Entry Level

Houston, TX

About the position

The Receptionist in a Legal Firm is responsible for providing effective client service and general office support. This full-time position involves managing incoming calls, greeting clients, and performing various clerical tasks to ensure smooth office operations. The role requires a professional demeanor and strong organizational skills to handle multiple responsibilities efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Professionally answer and direct all incoming calls.
• Respond in a timely manner to all phone calls, e-mails, and written correspondence.
• Assist and greet internal/external clients in a professional and hospitable manner.
• Provide general information and validate parking for clients.
• Remain aware of the location of office personnel for transferring calls or relaying messages.
• Responsible for the general upkeep of the reception area.
• Assist with scheduling of visiting attorney offices and conference rooms.
• Type memos, correspondence, and other documents.
• Assist with photocopying, faxing, filing, and collating.
• Maintain a general log of personnel in the office.
• Open and close the reception area as needed.
• Perform other related duties as needed or assigned.

Requirements

• 2-5 years of customer service or related experience.
• Experience working in an office environment.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Experience managing a multi-line telephone system.
• Typing speed of 50+ WPM.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work independently.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in a legal environment.
• Knowledge of office productivity machines.

Benefits

• Health savings account
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Flexible spending account
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Employee assistance program
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Professional development assistance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan