Eventus Legal are seeking a part-time Receptionist to join a well-established and growing specialist criminal defence practice in Birmingham. This is a permanent Receptionist job offering a salary of circa £30,000 FTE pro rata, working ideally three days per week on an office-based basis in Birmingham. Based in modern and refurbished offices, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Receptionist seeking long-term stability, flexible working arrangements and the opportunity to become part of a supportive and expanding organisation with offices nationwide.

About the Role

As the Receptionist, you will become the first point of contact for clients, visitors and external contacts, playing an important part in creating a professional and welcoming experience for everyone interacting with the business. This is a varied and visible position offering a blend of front-of-house responsibilities and administrative support within a busy and friendly office environment. The successful Receptionist will enjoy working with people and take pride in maintaining high standards across the workplace.

Key responsibilities include:

• Acting as the face of the business and providing a professional first impression for visitors and clients
• Managing the reception area and ensuring a welcoming and organised environment is maintained at all times
• Handling incoming calls and directing enquiries efficiently to the appropriate individuals
• Serving as a central point of contact for general office and visitor enquiries
• Supporting colleagues with a range of administrative and business support activities
• Assisting with day-to-day office administration to support the wider team

About You

You will already have established experience working in a Receptionist position and will enjoy interacting with a wide variety of people on a daily basis. The successful candidate will be confident, approachable and capable of managing competing demands whilst maintaining a calm and professional manner. This Receptionist job would suit an individual looking for a long-term opportunity within a stable and growing organisation.

You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Previous experience working as a Receptionist within a professional services environment
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload effectively
• A proactive approach with strong judgement and the ability to work using your own initiative
• Confidence using office systems and general business software
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to maintaining high standards
• Strong communication skills with the ability to engage confidently with visitors, clients and colleagues
• A professional, polished and approachable manner
• A stable employment history demonstrating commitment and longevity in previous positions
• Experience within a legal environment would be advantageous but is not essential

Benefits and Rewards

Alongside a competitive salary package, the successful Receptionist will join a growing and supportive organisation offering an excellent working environment and genuine opportunities for progression.

• Salary of circa £30,000 FTE pro rata
• 33 days annual leave including bank holidays
• Additional birthday leave
• Free onsite parking
• Flexible start and finish times where operationally possible
• Modern and refurbished offices
• Excellent long-term career progression opportunities
• Opportunity to join a growing organisation with offices nationwide

About the Firm

The employer is a specialist criminal defence practice with an established reputation and a growing national presence. Known for delivering high-quality legal services across a range of complex matters, the business continues to invest in its people, infrastructure and office environments to support ongoing expansion.

Based in Birmingham, the successful Receptionist will join a collaborative and supportive organisation that values professionalism, reliability and long-term commitment. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a business where support teams are highly valued and play an important role in the continued success of the firm.

Next Steps

Apply now if your skills and experience align with this Receptionist job in Birmingham.

If you would like to know more about this career-enhancing Receptionist opportunity or would like to hear about similar opportunities, please contact Gemma Clarke at the Eventus Recruitment Group via email at gemma.clarke@eventuslegal.com or phone 07950 196 168 for a confidential discussion.

Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within ten days, unfortunately you have not been shortlisted on this occasion.

The Eventus Recruitment Group are award-winning recruitment specialists operating across the UK and Ireland in the Legal, Finance and Financial Services sectors. Please note that salary levels and years of experience included within advertisements are intended as a guide. Applications are welcomed from all candidates able to demonstrate the skills required to perform the job successfully.