TSR Legal Recruitment

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: