Legal Secretary

SPI Management; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected law firm in Chippenham is seeking a highly organized Legal Secretary to join their thriving Commercial department. The successful candidate will provide essential administrative support, manage diaries, prepare legal documents, and liaise with clients. Ideal candidates will have previous experience within Commercial Property or Conveyancing and possess strong IT and communication skills. This role promises to deliver a supportive environment with professional development opportunities and competitive salary.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Competitive salary

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Commercial Property or Conveyancing legal secretarial work.
• Strong administrative background with exceptional attention to detail.
• Professional communicator with excellent written and verbal skills.

Responsibilities

• Proactively managing fee earners' diaries and appointments.
• Preparing files for billing and handling administrative duties.
• Drafting legal documents and supporting with applications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT proficiency

Education

Legal Secretary Level 2 Certificate/Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly organised and proactive Legal Secretary to join the thriving Commercial department of a well-respected law firm. Working at the heart of a busy and fast-paced team, the successful candidate will play a key role in providing top-tier administrative and secretarial support to fee earners, ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day client transactions and department operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively managing fee earners' diaries, appointments, and deadlines
• Preparing files for billing and handling a wide range of administrative duties
• Drafting straightforward legal documents and supporting with forms such as Stamp Duty and Land Registry applications
• Fielding and screening incoming calls with professionalism and discretion
• Organising correspondence, photocopying, filing, and new client file creation
• Managing mail, emails, and client communications, always with empathy and a client-first mindset
• Liaising with clients and stakeholders to keep them informed of key updates throughout transactions
• Supporting reception and postal duties when required

Essential

• Previous experience in Commercial Property, Development, or Conveyancing legal secretarial work – or a genuine interest in learning this area
• Strong administrative background with exceptional attention to detail
• Professional, calm, and confident communicator with excellent written and verbal skills
• A team player with a flexible and collaborative approach
• High level of IT proficiency, especially with Microsoft Office
• The ability to stay composed under pressure and deliver high-quality work to deadlines

Desirable

• Legal Secretary Level 2 Certificate/Diploma
• Familiarity with LEXCEL and Investors in People standards
• Knowledge of Solicitors Accounts Rules and handling client monies

This is a fantastic opportunity for a motivated and adaptable individual to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking legal team that prides itself on delivering excellence to clients.

With a commitment to professional development, quality standards, and client care, this firm offers the ideal environment for legal support professionals to thrive and a range of great benefits and a competitive salary commensurate with industry!

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