Legal Secretary

Description

Job Title: Legal Secretary

Department: Commercial Property

Firm: Top ranked regional.

Salary: Up to £28,000 DOE

Hours: Full-time

Location: Chippenham

OVERVIEW

Join a fast-growing, top-tier firm known for its exceptional culture and high staff retention. Friendly, supportive, and collaborative, the team values professional development, diversity, and inclusion. This is a full-time, office-based role where you'll be welcomed every day and valued as part of the team.

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Legal Secretary to join a busy Commercial Property team. You will provide dedicated support to two partners, while also assisting the wider team on a range of commercial property matters, including leases, acquisitions, disposals, and development projects.

What You'll Do

* Provide core secretarial support to two partners and flexible support across the wider commercial property team.

* Manage diaries, schedule meetings, and liaise with clients, landlords, tenants, and other stakeholders.

* Draft, proofread, and format correspondence, legal documents, and contracts.

* Prepare and submit Land Registry applications, stamp duty forms, and other routine filings.

* Maintain accurate electronic and physical client files and assist with billing preparation.

* Screen calls, emails, and post, prioritising tasks and escalating as required.

* Deliver a professional, client-focused service, recognising sensitive client situations.

* Support reception cover and general office duties as needed.

* Ensure compliance with professional standards and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

* Experience in commercial property, conveyancing, or a strong interest in learning commercial property work.

* Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage a varied workload in a fast-paced environment.

* Professional and client-focused communication skills, both verbal and written.

* Calm under pressure, able to take ownership, make decisions, and work collaboratively with the team.

* Confident with Microsoft Office; familiarity with legal systems a plus.

* Desirable but not essential: Legal Secretary Level 2 qualification.

* Desirable but not essential: Familiarity with Stamp Duty and Land Registry submissions.

In return

* On site parking or parking permits provided. xjnqpsq

* 25 days holiday + birthday + Bank + Christmas - New Year Closure

* Auto Enrol Pension

* Death in service

* Private Medical Insurance

* Social evens

* LOADS MORE!!!

cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)

Job Reference: CWS588

Ad ID: 5417773584