Arnold Thomson
Agricultural Legal Secretary
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Company Description
Arnold Thomson is a specialist law firm founded in 1990, with experienced solicitors and legal experts focused on agricultural property, rural business, commercial property, residential property, and private client work including wills, probate, trusts, and tax. The firm has particular expertise in farm and rural development, options and promotional agreements, partnership arrangements, and renewable energy projects such as solar and wind farms. Highly recommended by the Legal 500 and Chambers UK, Arnold Thomson combines strong traditional values with an innovative approach to client service, emphasizing trust, commitment, and long-term relationships. The firm’s culture is built on professionalism, integrity, and continuity, with many team members having been with the practice since its inception. Arnold Thomson is based in the heart of Towcester and Market Harborough, serving clients across the agricultural and rural sectors.
Role Description
The Agricultural Legal Secretary will provide dedicated administrative and secretarial support to solicitors working on agricultural property, rural business, and related legal matters. This is a full-time, on-site role based in Towcester. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
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- Preparing and formatting legal documents
- Managing case files
- Handling correspondence
- Maintaining accurate records and databases
- Diary management
- Scheduling client meetings
- Coordinating with external professionals
- Ensuring deadlines and compliance requirements are met
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The Legal Secretary will communicate professionally with clients and third parties, assist with billing and file opening/closing procedures, and contribute to the smooth running of the agricultural and rural business department.
Qualifications
- Strong grounding in Law and familiarity with agricultural, property, and rural business legal matters, or a demonstrable willingness to learn these areas.
- Proficiency in legal document preparation, including audio typing, drafting, formatting letters, forms, and other case-related documentation.
- Experience supporting Legal Assistants, solicitors, or legal teams, with an understanding of law firm processes, confidentiality, and file management.
- Excellent Clerical Skills, including typing accuracy, document organization, record keeping, and use of legal case management and Microsoft Office software.
- Effective Diary Management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple calendars, schedule appointments, and track key deadlines.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with a professional client-service mindset and attention to detail.
- Ability to work reliably on-site in Towcester, managing workload independently while collaborating with colleagues.
- Prior experience in a legal secretary or similar administrative role within a property department or professional services environment is essential.
- Relevant qualifications in legal secretarial studies, business administration, or a related field.
- Experience using a case management system, Leap would be beneficial.
- Assisting with completion statements, accounts queries, postings and billing.
- General administrative duties when necessary.
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