Overview
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: From £24,500 per year
Benefits: Additional leave, company events, pension scheme, sick pay
About the Role
Our client, a well-established and reputable law firm based in Reading, is seeking an experienced Secretary to join their busy practice. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a professional approach to support teams across criminal, prison, and family law.
In this varied role, you will also share reception and front-of-house responsibilities, ensuring a high standard of service for clients and visitors.
Key Requirements
The ideal candidate will have:
1. Previous experience in a secretary or administrator role (legal experience advantageous)
2. Strong audio typing skills using digital dictation software
3. Excellent IT proficiency, including familiarity with case management systems
4. Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise workload
5. Confidence working with a diverse client base
6. High levels of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
7. A flexible and proactive approach to work
Duties & Responsibilities
You will be responsible for:
8. Audio typing of correspondence and legal documents
9. Managing diaries, key dates, and appointments
10. Organising prison visits
11. Handling general administrative tasks and incoming correspondence
12. Supporting shared reception duties when required
13. Preparing and correlating legal documents and bundles
14. Answering incoming calls and directing enquiries
15. Taking new client instructions
Salary & Benefits
16. Competitive starting salary from £24,500 per year
17. Pension scheme
18. Additional leave
19. Company events
20. Sick pay
If you are an organised, professional, and motivated candidate looking to join a supportive and fast-paced legal environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be considered for this exciting opportunity.