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Legal Secretary

Focus Resourcing
Posted a day ago, valid for a day
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG30 3HG

Contract type

Part Time

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  • This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful solicitors' Family team in their central Reading office, which is purely office-based with no parking available.
  • The role requires previous experience as a legal secretary, preferably in family law, along with strong client care skills and excellent organizational abilities.
  • Working hours are Monday to Friday from 9am to 2pm, providing comprehensive secretarial support and managing diaries for solicitors.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, along with opportunities for career development in a well-established firm.
  • Candidates should be proficient in audio and copy typing and have a positive, proactive attitude to work effectively within a supportive team environment.

Excellent opportunity to work with a highly successful solicitors in their Family team. You will be based in their central Reading office (no parking) and this role is purely office based. The working hours are Monday to Friday 9am-2.00pm.

Your role:

  • Providing comprehensive secretarial support to a busy family law team
  • Managing diaries, scheduling appointments, and coordinating meetings for solicitors
  • Audio and copy typing of legal documents, correspondence, and reports
  • Liaising with clients in a professional and empathetic manner, offering exceptional client care
  • Assisting with administrative tasks, including the preparation of court documents and forms
  • Supporting the team in the efficient running of the family law department
  • Upholding strict confidentiality and discretion when dealing with sensitive client information and legal matters

The person:

  • Previous experience as a legal secretary, preferably within family law
  • Strong client care skills with a compassionate approach to sensitive situations
  • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in audio and copy typing with a high degree of accuracy
  • Competent in managing diaries and scheduling meetings in a busy environment
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team, with a positive and proactive attitude
  • Familiarity with modern IT systems; experience with Tikit (PW4/Partner for Windows) is a plus, though not essential

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary and excellent benefits package
  • Opportunity to work within a friendly and supportive team
  • Opportunity to develop your career in a well-established firm with a focus on family law
  • Training and development opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge

For more information call Sharon Tanner on or apply

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.