Legal Secretary

Chippenham
£24,000 - £29,000 DOE

5xdays on site

9am – 5pm

Parking provided

Seeking a capable and motivated Legal Secretary to join our Commercial Property team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in legal administration or conveyancing, or a keen interest in commercial property, to contribute to a high-performing department.

You’ll provide essential administrative and secretarial support to 2x fee earners, helping to ensure the smooth running of client transactions and delivering a consistently professional and friendly service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Diary management, call screening, and file preparation for billing
• Typing correspondence, photocopying, filing, and managing incoming communications
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty forms and Land Registry applications
• Drafting straightforward legal documents and supporting client matters
• Liaising with clients and third parties to ensure timely updates
• Upholding LEXCEL and Investors in People standards and Law Society requirements
• Assisting with reception and postal duties as needed

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Experience in commercial property, development, or conveyancing legal support
• Strong administrative skills and attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Calm, professional approach under pressure
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage a varied workload
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and general IT systems

Desirable:

• Legal Secretary Level 2 Certificate/Diploma
• Familiarity with LEXCEL and Investors in People accreditation
• Experience using the Land Registry portal and submitting Stamp Duty forms