Temporary Receptionist/ Administrator

2 days ago


Portlaoise, Laois, Ireland Osborne Full time
Temporary Legal Receptionist/ Administrator

We are a hiring a Temporary Legal Receptionist/Administrator, on behalf of a small but busy Law firm, based in Laois.
**Please note: In order to be considered for this role, you must be available for immediate start and be fully-available until the 3rd of October**

Location: Portlaoise, Co. Laois
Duration: ASAP start for approximately 3-4 weeks (Please note: This may be subject to change at any time)
Rate: €14.50 per hour

Key Responsibilities:

Answering and managing phone calls from clients, barristers, and court contacts
Diary management and scheduling
Drafting and sending letters to clients updating them on court proceedings
Liaising with barristers via phone and email
Dictation (short, approx. 20 seconds)
Scanning and processing post
Other basic administrative tasks and paperwork, as needed

Requirements:

Previous administrative or reception experience is essential; experience in a legal environment is also advantageous
A degree/interest in law, particularly criminal law, is desirable, but not essential
Professional, confident, and personable with excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to handle sensitive or challenging situations with discretion, patience, and empathy
Ability to maintain confidentiality at all times
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and diaries efficiently
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Attention to detail and accuracy in all administrative and correspondence tasks
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Flexible and adaptable, as the assignment duration may change at short notice
Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently as well as part of a small team

For more information, please apply through the link provided for the attention of Nicole  Sinnott or email your cv to Nicole to nicole.sinnott@osborne.ie
If you are interested in finding out more about the above role and would like to be considered other suitable roles that we may have available for your skill set – please attach your CV via the link provided
Please submit your updated CV in Word Format
If you are living in Ireland and hold a valid work permit, we would love to hear from you, if however, you do not hold a valid work permit unfortunately we will not be in a position to assist you with your job search. 
Osborne are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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