Administrator / Secretary

Administrator / Secretary - Property Development

Location: Central Reading

Working Pattern: Ideally 4 days in the office (some flexibility available)

TSR Legal are delighted to be working with a highly regarded, Legal 500 recognised UK law firm in their search for an Administrator / Secretary to join their Development & House Building Team in central Reading.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking and friendly firm, supporting a busy and well-established property development team.

The Role

Reporting to a Partner within the team, you will provide comprehensive administrative and secretarial support, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the department.

This role would suit a confident, organised and proactive individual who thrives in a busy team environment and takes pride in delivering high-quality support.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation of correspondence, legal documents and completion statements
• Land Registry and SDLT applications
• Proofreading legal documentation
• Handling basic finance tasks including preparing invoices and reviewing client and office account entries
• Diary and email management
• Dealing with telephone enquiries and liaising with clients on behalf of fee earners
• Supporting the wider team with general administrative and ad hoc duties

Essential Skills & Experience

• Minimum 1 year's commercial experience as an Administrator/Secretary within a legal environment
• Ability to work to a high standard whilst remaining organised and efficient under pressure
• Confident liaising with clients via telephone and email
• Ability to work independently where required
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong attention to detail
• Experience working in a busy team and managing a demanding workload to tight deadlines
• Strong IT skills with confidence using Microsoft Office packages
• Excellent keyboard skills

Desirable

• Previous experience within a property team
• Experience with HMLR and SDLT processes

Benefits

Contractual Benefits:

• 25 days holiday (pro rata)
• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution
• Life Assurance (5 x final salary)

Additional Benefits (Pro Rata):

• Additional day's holiday for your birthday
• Weekly wellbeing hour
• 8 hours per annum for charity work
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle scheme
• Cash back medical plan
• Discounted retail benefits
• Dog-friendly office
• Active social committee

The successful candidate will be joining a well-structured and supportive team, offering excellent working conditions, hybrid flexibility and genuine long-term prospects.

For further information or to apply confidentially, please contact Rachel Phillips at TSR Legal: