Receptionist and Administrator Pickering

Join Our Team as a Receptionist/Administrator

Office Working in Pickering, UK-based

Are you ready to be more than just a cog in the legal machine? At Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors, we’re not your typical law firm — and this isn’t your typical Receptionist/Administrator role.

We’re on the lookout for a proactive, detail-driven Receptionist/Administrator to join our growing and dynamic team. If you’re looking to build your legal career in a place where culture, collaboration, and progression matter just as much as performance — read on.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• The effective and efficient processing of all incoming telephone calls
• Receipt of post and distribution of the same
• Attending to clients and visitors to the office, ensuring privacy and confidentiality at all times
• Maintaining the cleanliness and presentation of the Reception area at all times
• Ensuring all Reception equipment is fully functioning
• Management, logging, storage and retrieval of files and deeds from storage
• Accurate logging of removal of files and deeds and Wills
• Retrieval of files and deeds and Wills
• Carry out scanning of closed Wills files for all offices
• Order stationery and consumable deliveries and store away
• Carrying out shopping when required
• Arranging couriers and deliveries
• To act as courier within local area for urgent deliveries / collections
• Getting quotes and ordering office furniture
• Report any defects or maintenance requirements and undertaking general office maintenance as directed
• Manage the receipts for all cash and cheques received at Reception
• Dealing with banking and the handling of petty cash
• Manage credit and debit card payments at Reception and print end of day reports
• Distribute to Legal Advisors / Secretaries the receipts for all cash and cheques received at Reception
• Organising swears
• Taking certified copies of identification documents
• Overseeing weekly Fire Alarm tests
• Web enquiries and Family inbox checking
• Setting up of meeting rooms and clearing of same following meetings
• Arranging drinks and catering as required
• General administrative duties e.g. scanning, photocopying and distribution of copies
• Archiving of closed files and ensuring records are maintained of closed files and their location

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary – because your skills are worth it
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays, your birthday off, and no guilt about using them
• Death in service scheme – peace of mind for you and your loved ones
• Healthcare cash plan – supporting your physical and financial wellbeing
• Wellness group – because mental health matters
• Inclusive & fun culture – we work hard, but we don’t take ourselves too seriously
• CW Academy – our in-house development programme to help you grow your role with a personal development plan tailored to your goals
• Clear and transparent progression plan – for everyone, not just lawyers

About You:

You’ll be someone who thrives in a busy legal environment, with some prior experience in a law firm or within a Administrator role. You’ll be a team player with a can-do attitude, able to communicate confidently and manage your time effectively.

Why Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors?

We believe that culture isn’t just something we say – it’s something we live. From our wellness initiatives to our team socials, we invest in our people. Whether you’re a lawyer or not, you’ll have real opportunities to grow and thrive here through the CW Academy and beyond.

Ready to apply?

Send your CV and a short cover letter to hr@crombiewilkinson.co.uk.

Come and be part of something different. Your future starts here — with Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors.