Contact Hays Business Support
Hays Business Support
Legal PA
Newbury, Berkshire
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 3 days ago
- Salary
- £30,000 - Annum
- Recruiter
- Hays Business Support
- Closes
- 09 Feb 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Job Title: Legal Secretary - Conveyancing Team
Location: Berkshire (Small Firm) Salary: £30,000 per annum Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM Office Based
About the Role
We are a small, friendly law firm based in West Berkshire seeking an experienced Legal Secretary to join our Conveyancing Team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is highly organised, detail-oriented, and enjoys working in a professional yet supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive secretarial and administrative support to solicitors and fee earners within the conveyancing department.
Prepare, format, and proofread legal documents, correspondence, and reports related to property transactions.
Manage diaries, schedule appointments, and coordinate meetings.
Handle incoming calls and emails, ensuring excellent client care.
Maintain and update case files and client records accurately.
Liaise with clients, estate agents, mortgage lenders, and other third parties.
Assist with billing, invoicing, and general office administration.
Skills & Experience Required
Previous experience as a Legal Secretary, ideally within conveyancing.
Strong knowledge of property transaction processes and legal terminology.
Excellent typing and IT skills (Microsoft Office proficiency essential).
High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure.
Professional, discreet, and client-focused approach.
Benefits
Competitive salary of £30,000 per annum.
Friendly and supportive working environment.
Standard office hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM)
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. xjnqpsq
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at (url removed)
Ad ID: 5417543228
Stay Safe
"Only access Gumtree from gumtree.com and do not follow links sent by other users"
"Share photos and ask lots of questions about the items you are buying and selling"
"If an ad or reply sounds too good to be true, it probably is"
"Use the 'Reply to ad' button for your safety and privacy"
"Don't reply to email addresses hidden in text and pictures"
"Beware of fake Gumtree, eBay or escrow sites and invoices"
1 of 6