Secretary – Leading Law Firm

KINGSGATE RECRUITMENT; Reading; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Reading is seeking an experienced Secretary to support teams across criminal, prison, and family law. This full-time role offers a starting salary of £24,500 per year and includes benefits such as a pension scheme, additional leave, and sick pay. The ideal candidate will have strong audio typing skills, excellent IT proficiency, and be professional and organised. Responsibilities include managing diaries, audio typing, and handling general administrative tasks. Join this supportive legal environment and make your application today.

Benefits

Pension scheme

Additional leave

Company events

Sick pay

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a secretary or administrator role.
• Strong audio typing skills using digital dictation software.
• Excellent IT proficiency, including familiarity with case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Audio typing of correspondence and legal documents.
• Managing diaries, key dates, and appointments.
• Organising prison visits.
• Handling general administrative tasks and incoming correspondence.
• Supporting shared reception duties when required.

Skills

Audio typing skills

IT proficiency

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Professionalism

Tools

Digital dictation software

Case management systems

Job description

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:

• Previous experience in a secretary or administrator role (legal experience advantageous)

• Strong audio typing skills using digital dictation software

• Excellent IT proficiency, including familiarity with case management systems

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise workload

• Confidence working with a diverse client base

• High levels of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality

• A flexible and proactive approach to work

Duties & Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

• Audio typing of correspondence and legal documents

• Managing diaries, key dates, and appointments

• Organising prison visits

• Handling general administrative tasks and incoming correspondence

• Supporting shared reception duties when required

• Preparing and correlating legal documents and bundles

• Answering incoming calls and directing enquiries

• Taking new client instructions

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive starting salary from £24,500 per year

• Pension scheme

• Additional leave

• Company events

• 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. Please get in touch with the team on 02085497212 or submit your CV using the link below