Legal Receptionist

• State of the art offices located in the Perth CBD
• Leading Perth law firm
• Full-time

Due to an internal promotion, Bennett is looking for a bright and motivated full-time Receptionist to join our team.

Who are we?

Bennett is Western Australia’s leading litigation and dispute resolution firm. With one of the largest litigation teams in Western Australia, our high performing team has the capability and experience to effectively handle the largest and most complex disputes. Our litigation team is complemented by market-leading intellectual property and commercial practices.

Bennett prides itself on recruiting the very best talent in all areas of our practice. Whether you are familiar with the legal industry or have an interest in the law, are ready to bring your knowledge, experience and enthusiasm to Bennett, we would love to hear from you!

The opportunity

Bennett is currently looking for a Receptionist. Your day-to-day tasks will include, but not be limited to:

• Greet and welcome clients, visitors and staff in a professional, friendly manner;
• Answer, screen and direct incoming calls; take accurate messages and follow up as required;
• Coordinate meeting room bookings; set up rooms (AV/teleconferencing) and maintain tidy, welcoming reception and common areas;
• Receive, sort and distribute mail and courier deliveries; arrange outgoing mail and courier bookings together with the Administration team;
• Order and replenish office supplies;
• Order catering for events and client meetings;
• Escalate issues appropriately and contribute to the continuous improvement of reception and office procedures;
• General office assistance, particularly supporting our accounts team members;
• Manage expenses/invoices; and
• Working closely with the Business Development & Marketing Team (Events), Legal Operations Manager and the Administration Team.

What you need

Ideally, to be successful in your application for this position, you will:

• Have a bright and cheerful personality;
• Be a team player and provide assistance where required;
• Always be professionally attired with a confident and courteous telephone manner;
• Work effectively with people at all levels in a professional and friendly manner;
• Have basic Microsoft Word skills;
• Have effective organisation and time management skills;
• Have a high degree of confidentiality; and
• Have exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

What’s in it for you?

As well as a competitive remuneration package, as a Bennett employee, you will enjoy many benefits, including salary continuance insurance, in-house training opportunities, health and wellbeing programs, an energised and social workplace, fun events, paid parental leave and more.

How to apply?

If you think you could be a good fit for Bennett and our team, please select the ‘apply’ button or email the following to our Human Resources team at hr@bennettlaw.com.au.

• A covering letter; and
• Your CV.