Receptionist/Administrator - Kirkwall

If you are interested in joining a forward-thinking law firm which is committed to growing its business in Orkney and further afield, then this could be the job for you. We are looking for an individual with a positive, can-do attitude who likes working with people and who has good attention to detail.

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Anderson Strathern is a full-service Scottish law firm with established offices in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Haddington and Lerwick. As part of an exciting new development, the firm will shortly be opening its own dedicated office in Bridge Street, Kirkwall.

The team

This is an exciting opportunity to join our team in a busy and varied role based at the firm’s new office. You will be the first point of contact for ensuring clients and visitors have a positive and professional welcome to the firm. Your role will extend to providing administrative and secretarial support to the solicitors and dealing with office tasks.

This role is available full-time or on a job share basis. The role is entirely office-based, with the office being open 9am – 5pm, Monday to Friday.

What the role will involve

Welcoming clients and visitors to our office, providing a professional and personal welcome and a seamless service
General administrative tasks including audio and copy typing, diary management, switchboard, mail, scanning, filing document indexing and title enquiries/research for solicitors
Assisting with booking travel and accommodation
Assisting with organising client events and seminars and getting involved in local marketing initiatives
Providing back-up to the Lerwick reception team when required
Ensuring the reception waiting area is well maintained at all times – including general tidiness and restocking refreshments
As a Receptionist/Administrator, you will be expected to have

Accurate typing skills with experience of MS Office, particularly formatting in Word and the use of Outlook
Working knowledge of Excel
Excellent attention to detail, communication and organisation skills
The ability to maintain client confidentiality at all times
Previous experience in an administrative role is preferred, however training will be provided.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

Has a positive, can-do attitude and is motivated to achieve the firm’s objectives
Will become a valued and respected team member, as well having the ability to work under their own initiative
Is proactive, confident and engaging
What you will get in return

Opportunity to work with a market leading team
Career development and progression opportunities
Supportive and collaborative team culture and work environment
A competitive salary and benefits package
If you have any questions, please email Sheila Tulloch: Sheila.Tulloch@andersonstrathern.co.uk, or call her on 07484 906 800.

Closing date for applications: 16 March 2026.

Anderson Strathern is an equal opportunities employer. Our policy is to recruit, develop, nurture and retain a diverse workforce following the guidelines of the Equality Act 2010.