Overview
Receptionist Jobs in Mankato, MN at Blethen Berens
Job Summary
Blethen Berens, a full-service law firm, is currently hiring a Receptionist in our Mankato, MN office. The Receptionist is a key member of our team giving the first impression of our firm to all clients. The ideal candidate must maintain a high degree of professionalism, have excellent communication skills, be highly organized, reliable, punctual and have a commitment to providing a high level of customer service in a fast-paced environment.
As first point of contact the ideal candidate must be able to take initiative amongst our team to oversee a multi-line phone system and monitor coverage of client first impressions with our backup support staff as needed.
Duties
- Answer and route all incoming calls, following screening protocols.
- Ensure all clients feel welcome to our firm by greeting and helping them upon arrival.
- Schedule appointments for legal staff and attorneys.
- Manage conference rooms including scheduling, stocking and cleaning as necessary.
- Maintain a professional, clean, friendly and comfortable lobby.
- Process conflict checks for potential new files.
- Process client payments and prepare receipts.
- Order office supplies as needed.
- Assist Legal Assistants, Paralegals and Accountant with miscellaneous administrative work as needed.
- Index Continuing Legal Education binders.
- Respond to all incoming inquiries from the firm website.
- Miscellaneous drafting, copying and scanning of documents.
- Follow all office policies and procedures as defined in the firm handbook.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Administrative experience preferred but not required.
- Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft products.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Excellent oral and written communications.
- Excellent problem-solving ability.
- Effective and positive inter-personal communications with clients, attorneys and non-attorney staff.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Our Culture:
At Blethen Berens, we invest in our team in many ways including offering growth opportunities, professional development, comprehensive orientation, hands-on training opportunities and mentorship, annual social and family events, healthy snacks and beverages, some occasional competitive fun and by being good humans both personally and professionally. We care about our team, community, clients and the work that we do – proven by the longevity and commitment of our team.
Pay: $17.00 – $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Title: Receptionist
Company: Blethen Berens
Location: Mankato, MN
