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Front Desk Receptionist Jobs in Salinas, CA at The May Firm
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The May Firm is California’s premier personal injury and accident law firm and fights tirelessly for our clients. Our award-winning lawyers are specialized in personal injury and accident cases—that’s it. This allows us to keep our expertise focused in order to get the best outcomes for clients in nearly all legal practice areas, including car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, wrongful death cases, construction site injuries, boating accidents, public transportation injuries, premises liability, dog attacks, elder abuse, and more.
We approach each legal case with compassion and experience, and we get results.
We are looking for a versatile legal receptionist to run our reception department. In this role, you will be required to welcome visitors and answer calls. As a legal receptionist, your duties include scheduling appointments, handling inquiries, and managing mail and deliveries. You may also be required to assist with filing.
To ensure success as a legal receptionist, you should exhibit excellent communication skills and competency in general office administration. Outstanding legal receptionists are polished professionals who create a positive first impression.
Legal Receptionist Responsibilities:
Welcoming clients and visitors upon arrival at reception.
Answering, screening, and forwarding phone calls in a professional manner.
Assisting clients and visitors with the location of legal staff.
Scheduling and confirming appointments.
Observing business etiquette, and maintaining a professional appearance.
Directing the flow of mail, faxes, and deliveries to reach the intended recipients.
Ordering and replenishing office supplies.
Managing the maintenance and repair of office equipment.
Assisting with copying, scanning, faxing, emailing, note-taking, and travel bookings.
Preparing meeting facilities, and arranging refreshments, if required.
Opening and closing the office.
Legal Receptionist Requirements:
High school diploma or GED.
Formal qualification in office administration, secretarial work, or related training.
Qualification in paralegal studies or similar preferred.
Prior experience as a legal receptionist preferred.
Familiarity with legal terms, legal documents, and filing.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Extensive experience working with word processing, spreadsheets, printers, copiers, scanners, faxes, and appointment scheduling and call forwarding systems.
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Experience:
Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
Salinas, CA 93906: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Title: Front Desk Receptionist
Company: The May Firm
Location: Salinas, CA
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