Legal Receptionist

Snell & Wilmer • San Diego, CA

1d • $25 - $28 • Onsite

About The Position

Utilize your superior interpersonal skills at Snell & Wilmer, one of the largest and most prestigious law firms in the Western United States. We currently have an opening for a Receptionist in our San Diego office. The candidate must have the ability to work under pressure, respond quickly to changing demands and be self-motivated with ability to work independently as well as part of a team. The position will be Monday through Friday in office during normal business hours. 8:30am to 5:00pm. If you enjoy working in a friendly, fast-paced environment, with the ability to handle day-to-day work challenges while adjusting to multiple demands and priorities, then this may be your next opportunity!

Requirements

• At least 3 years of experience in legal administration or customer service, preferably in a law firm environment.
• Must have a professional appearance, enthusiastic attitude, and clear and courteous telephone voice
• Communicate clearly, tactfully, and professionally with all lawyers, other employees and visitors to the office
• Maintain confidentiality of clients and demonstrate professional behavior and judgment in dealing with delicate situations
• High attention to detail with the ability to multitask and prioritize effectively
• Ability to work under pressure, respond quickly to changing demands and be self-motivated with ability to work independently as well as part of a team
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word and Excel)
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Must be able to effectively solve problem
• Position may be physical at times and requires walking with a food cart, bending, lifting, and standing and ability to lift/carry up to 50 pounds

Responsibilities

• Answer a multiple line phone system promptly and courteously, manage calls by routing them to the proper extensions across multiple office locations
• Maintain friendly and professional customer interactions via telephone and internet chat
• Supports continuity among work team by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Assist in catering ordering, setup, and clean up
• Maintain conference rooms and administration calendars
• Interact professionally with both internal and external clients on all levels
• Handle incoming and outgoing mail, deliveries, courier services
• Assist in preparing and organizing legal documents, correspondence, and files
• Order and maintain office supplies
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional behavior and judgment in dealing with delicate situations
• Escort or direct visitors and clients to conference rooms as appropriate
• Represent the Firm’s professional image by maintaining a neat and organized appearance at the reception desk and surrounding areas
• Assist visitors and announce their arrival by immediately notifying appropriate personnel
• Assist Attorneys with various tasks, i.e. outside reservations and scheduling couriers

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• disability
• life insurance
• 401K/profit sharing
• paid holidays
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off including vacation time, personal time, and sick time where appropriate

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed