Receptionist
Thompsons Solicitors, 70 Wellington Street, Glasgow, G2 6UA
Receptionist
£25,034 - £26,207 - depending on experience
Thompsons Solicitors, 70 Wellington Street, Glasgow, G2 6UA
- Full time
- Permanent
- Onsite working
- Immediate start
Posted 3 days ago, 23 Oct | Get your application in today.
Closing date: 30-10-2026 (In 4 days)
Job ref: Receptionist
Location ref: Broomielaw, Glasgow City
Full Job Description
Are you an organised, confident and approachable receptionist who thrives in a busy environment? Thompsons Scotland is looking for an experienced Receptionist to join our Glasgow office and provide an excellent first point of contact for clients, visitors and colleagues.
The role at a glance
Location: Glasgow office (fully office-based)
Hours: 34.5 hours per week
Monday to Thursday, 9am to 5pm, Friday, 9am to 4.30pm
Salary: £25,034 - £26,207 per annum (depending on experience)
About the opportunity
Thompsons Scotland is a specialist personal injury and employment law firm. As our receptionist, you will help create a professional and welcoming experience for everyone who contacts or visits the firm. You will manage and route a high volume of calls through Dialpad while carrying out varied administrative work to support the firm.
What you’ll be doing
· Answer, manage and route a busy multi-line Dialpad switchboard efficiently and professionally.
· Take accurate messages and ensure they reach the right person promptly.
· Welcome clients, visitors, couriers and contractors in a warm and courteous manner.
· Respond to general enquiries and direct people to the appropriate team.
· Maintain accurate switchboard and visitor records.
· Keep the reception, waiting area and meeting rooms tidy, organised and welcoming.
· Complete a range of administrative tasks for the firm while continuing to manage incoming calls.
· Help train and support relief receptionists when required.
What we’re looking for
· Experience of handling a busy multi-line switchboard is essential.
· Experience using Dialpad, or a similar program, is preferred.
· Proven ability to multitask, prioritise and remain calm when call volumes are high.
· A friendly telephone manner and a genuine commitment to excellent client care.
· A professional and well-presented manner as the first point of contact for clients and visitors.
· Strong administrative, organisational and communication skills.
· Accuracy, discretion and confidence when handling sensitive information.
· A reliable and flexible approach, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
If you enjoy being at the heart of a busy office, can balance calls with administration and take pride in delivering a first-class service, we would be pleased to hear from you.
Benefits:
We want colleagues to feel supported, valued and able to build expertise in the department. You will receive structured training, day-to-day support and opportunities to deepen your client-service and operational skills. Our wider benefits include:
- Training & Development Opportunities
- Excellent Pension
- Death in Service Cover
- Flexi-time
- Social & Charitable experiences
How to Apply
Closing date: 30th October 2026. CVs will be reviewed as received so early application is encouraged.
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About this company
Thompsons Solicitors
View full company profileThompsons Solicitors and Solicitor Advocates is an award-winning firm of solicitors and accident lawyers with a passion for justice. We are best known for our expertise in personal injury claims and are one of the leading firms of accident injury lawyers in the country. Our teams of accident lawyers cover the full range of compensation claims, large or small, straightforward or of the utmost complexity. We win more than 90% of our court cases and obtain over £1 million compensation weekly for our clients. We have offices in Glasgow, Edinburgh, Dundee, Peebles and Galashiels and, through our sister company, branches throughout England and Wales.