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Intake Specialist
Compensation: $22.00 per hour
Position Type: Full-Time, Hybrid (Richmond office/Hybrid)
Schedule
- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday: 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM - In Office
- Saturday and Sunday: 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM – Remote
Position Overview
Geoff McDonald & Associates is seeking a reliable, professional, and self-motivated Full-Time Intake Specialist to provide exceptional service to prospective clients and referral sources. This hybrid position works in the office Wednesday through Friday and remotely Saturday and Sunday. The Intake Specialist will handle inbound and outbound calls, conduct client intakes, assist with sign-ups, and perform proactive outreach to prospective clients. The ideal candidate is an excellent communicator who thrives in a fast-paced environment, stays organized, and confidently guides prospective clients through the intake process.
Key Responsibilities
- Proactively contact prospective clients listed in our Active Case and New Opportunity dashboards
- Answer and manage incoming calls, inquiries, and leads
- Conduct client intakes and assist with remote retainer/sign-up processes
- Coordinate with attorneys when legal review or approval is required
- Facilitate and coordinate in-person sign-up opportunities when appropriate
- Accurately document client interactions, updates, and case information within firm systems
- Follow established intake procedures, workflows, and escalation processes
- Consistently deliver a professional, compassionate, and efficient client experience
- Assist with follow-up outreach and lead management efforts as assigned
Required Qualifications
- Strong communication, customer service, and phone skills
- Comfortable speaking with prospective clients and guiding conversations
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Comfortable navigating CRM, dashboard, and intake management systems (e.g., SmartAdvocate)
- Prior intake, call center, customer service, or client-facing experience
- Strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment when handling client inquiries
- Ability to remain productive and accountable in a hybrid work environment
- Comfortable communicating with attorneys, case managers, and other legal professionals
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior law firm experience, preferably in Personal Injury or Workers' Compensation
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred
Why This Role Matters
This position plays a direct role in helping the firm capture additional cases, improve conversion rates, and deliver an exceptional client experience to prospective clients. The Intake Specialist is a key contributor to the firm's growth and overall success.
Benefits Include:
- Generous PTO based on tenure (15 days to start, earned bi-weekly)
- 14 paid Holidays Annually, including your Birthday
- Employer-paid Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability Insurance
- Aflac Plans
- 401(k) with match plan
- Maternity / Paternity Leave
**Please note that we are conducting this search internally and are not seeking assistance from recruiters, staffing agencies, or search firms. Direct applicants only, please.**
Salary : $22