Job Vacancies

Below is a list of the current vacancies available at Dootsons.

Current Vacancies

Receptionist & Administrative Assistant

Location: Newton-le-Willows

Key responsibilities:

  • Greet visitors, answer/route telephone calls, email queries.
  • Maintain reception area.
  • General administrative duties: filing, scanning, data entry.
  • Use of Case Management system
  • Typing / transcription using digital dictation application
  • Support other teams with basic administrative tasks (e.g., scheduling meetings, preparing internal documents).
  • Handle incoming/outgoing post and liaise with mail couriers.

Skills/requirements:

  • Excellent communication and customer service skills.
  • Strong organisational and time-management abilities.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Pleasant, professional manner – as clients will be visiting the firm.
  • Ability to multitask and work in a busy legal office.

Hours & contract type: (full-time, salary dependent on experience and skills)

Why this role is important:

Given Dootsons offers over 60 services and has multiple offices (including Newton-le-Willows), having a professional ‘front of house’ person ensures the firm’s first impression is strong and supports smooth operations across teams.

To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter to srayson@dootsons.co.uk

At Dootsons, we do everything to deliver a first class service to every client. We look forward to hearing from you.

Why Work With Us

As a team of dedicated and experienced solicitors with a progressive approach, Dootsons encourages an open and friendly working environment whilst upholding professionalism throughout.

We aim for all our employees to enjoy working here and feel like they are part of our ‘family’, which was established over 120 years ago.

What We Want

We’re looking for skilful, motivated and client focused professionals on our amazing team. If you think you’d be a perfect fit for any of our vacancies, then we want to hear from you.

Here at Dootsons, everything we do is about making sure we are there for our clients, every step of the way, whenever they need us.

Who We Are

We’re one of the oldest and most respected law firms in the North West. We value our employees very highly. So, whatever your role in the company, you’ll have the chance to develop professionally and have your say.

If you have the drive and ambition to be part of a forward-thinking and expanding team, get in touch.

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