Average Earner salary in Reading

We're looking for an exceptional Legal PA to join our client's busy team. In this vital role, you'll provide crucial support to the partners and fee earners, enabling them to deliver an exceptional service to clients. If you possess a keen eye for detail, excellent communication skills, and a proactive approach to managing complex tasks, you'll fit right in. Responsibilities: Coordinate fee earner diaries, scheduling appointments and organising all meetingsPrepare all documents for meetings, attend and accurately take minutes, and distribute accordinglyPrimary point of contact, managing all client and internal queries and ensuring fee earners can respond swiftly and effectivelyOversee an accurate and efficient billing process, supporting fee earners in providing clients with the necessary information for prompt invoice paymentsCollaborate seamlessly with colleagues across departments, ensuring all correspondence and documents adhere to regulations and quality standardsTake responsibility for the safe keeping of original client documents, ensuring their proper return at the conclusion of each matter What we are looking for: Previous PA/Secretarial experience within the Legal sector is essentialAbility to juggle a busy and varied workload, completing responsibilities to a high standardExceptional people skillsHigh level of written and verbal communicationExcellent attention to detailProactive nature with ability to use initiative Details: Title: PA Salary: up to £35,000 Location: Reading Contract: Permanent, full time (hybrid working) Huntress Search Ltd acts as a Recruitment Agency in relation to all Permanent roles and as a Recruitment Business in relation to all Temporary roles. We practice a diverse and inclusive recruitment process that ensures equal opportunity for all we work with, irrespective of race, sexual orientation, mental or physical disability, age or gender. As an organisation, we encourage applications from all backgrounds and will ensure measures are met when required, to allow a fair process throughout. PLEASE NOTE: We can only consider applications from candidates who have the right to work in the UK.

Senior Associate – Residential Property Solicitor Reading | Hybrid Working | Team Leadership | Competitive Salary Are you an experienced Residential Property Solicitor with strong technical expertise and proven leadership skills, ready to take the next step into a senior, strategic role? A respected and progressive law firm in Reading is seeking a Senior Associate Residential Property Solicitor to lead and supervise a thriving team of seven Fee Earners, with the full support of the current Residential Property Partner. This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor who thrives on mentoring others, driving departmental growth and delivering high-quality legal services. The Role: As a Senior Associate, you will: Lead and supervise a team of 7 Fee Earners, offering technical guidance, mentoring and oversightWork closely with the Residential Property Partner on strategy, operations and best practicesOversee a broad range of residential conveyancing matters, including: Freehold and leasehold sales and purchasesLease extensions and enfranchisementRemortgages, transfers of equity and equity releaseTitle and ownership complexities, rights of way and boundary issuesResidential landlord and tenant matters Contribute to the continuous improvement of internal processes and workflowsPlay a key role in business development and strengthening client relationships What We’re Looking For: 5+ years PQE in residential property law with a strong, well-rounded technical skillsetPrior experience supervising or mentoring junior colleagues (or a readiness to step into that role)A confident communicator with excellent organisational and client care skillsCommercially astute, with a proactive and solution-focused approachA collaborative mindset and genuine enthusiasm for team development What’s On Offer? Competitive salary and bonus package reflective of seniorityDefined career path with potential for progression to PartnerA supportive, inclusive and forward-thinking working environmentHybrid working arrangements (typically 2–3 days in the office)High-quality, loyal client base and strong referral network This role is ideal for a Senior Conveyancer or Solicitor who is ready to take on a leadership role, make a meaningful impact and help shape the future of a growing Residential Property department. To apply for this position please email with your cv to Gayle Woolf at G2 Legal. #INDCATS

Paralegal | Personal Injury and Industrial Disease Salary: Dependent on Experience This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded Personal Injury team that represents Claimants with serious injuries and asbestos-related diseases. The role involves providing vital support to senior fee earners, assisting with complex cases, and engaging with clients. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience in personal injury and industrial disease litigation while contributing to casework, legal research, and marketing initiatives. This position is ideal for someone eager to develop their legal career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Experience / Attributes Required Previous experience in Claimant personal injury or asbestos-related work is desirableStrong knowledge of personal injury and disease law is desirableWillingness to learn and grow in the fields of personal injury and industrial diseaseComfortable speaking with clients by telephoneAbility to work independently when neededExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong teamworking skillsProficient keyboard skills and solid knowledge of Microsoft Office Responsibilities Handling initial client enquiriesAssisting senior fee earners with complex personal injury and mesothelioma/asbestos disease casesManaging correspondence and drafting legal documents, including court formsPreparing court bundlesConducting legal and company researchDrafting documents such as care statements, Part 8 proceedings, and applications for restoring companies to the registerSupporting marketing efforts through social media management, article writing, and attending charity eventsPerforming general administrative tasks related to case filesEnsuring timely and accurate file and case management using systems such as iManage, Elite, MatterSphere, PDF Docs, Microsoft Teams, and Outlook 365 Benefits Contractual: 25 days holidayPension scheme (4% employer and 4% employee contribution)Life assurance - 5x final salary Non-Contractual: Travel season ticket loan schemeCycle to work schemeMedicash schemeBring your dog to workOne additional day off for your birthdayOne annual charity day offOne wellbeing hour off each week Contact Rachel Phillips, Associate Director in confidence or apply directly below: