Legal Secretary | Commercial

TSR Legal; Chippenham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Chippenham is seeking an experienced Legal Secretary for their Commercial department. The role involves providing high-quality administrative support, managing diaries, and liaising with clients. Ideal candidates should have Legal Secretary experience or a strong interest in Commercial work, alongside excellent communication and IT skills. This award-winning firm offers a dynamic and supportive work environment with a competitive salary and benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Excellent employee benefits package

Career development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• Experience as a Legal Secretary in Commercial or willingness to learn about Commercial work.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong IT skills and general administrative experience.
• Professional manner, with ability to stay calm under pressure.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage fee earners' diaries and prepare files for billing.
• Type correspondence and handle filing.
• Screen calls and prioritize mail and messages.
• Liaise with clients and third parties.
• Prepare and submit Stamp Duty forms and Land Registry applications.
• Draft straightforward legal documents as needed.
• Provide friendly service to clients.

Skills

Experience as a Legal Secretary in Commercial

Excellent communication skills

Strong IT skills

Professional manner

High attention to detail

Team player

Education

Legal Secretary Level 2 Certificate/Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Legal Secretary - Commercial
Chippenham
TSR Legal are proud to be working on behalf of a long-established, award-winning law firm with offices across Wiltshire and the South West. This highly regarded practice has built an outstanding reputation for delivering first-class legal services to individuals, families, and businesses across the region and beyond.
With client service at the heart of everything they do, this firm offers a dynamic, inspiring, and supportive environment where staff are encouraged to grow, develop, and truly enjoy being part of the team. Their culture values creativity, hard work, individuality, ambition, and fun - not to mention their legendary social outings!
The Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Legal Secretary to join the firm's Commercial department. The successful candidate will provide high-quality administrative and secretarial support to fee earners, helping to ensure a seamless client experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing fee earners' diaries and preparing files for billing
• Typing correspondence, photocopying, filing, and opening new files
• Screening calls, sorting/prioritising mail, emails, and messages
• Liaising with clients and third parties to support smooth transaction progress
• Preparing and submitting Stamp Duty forms and Land Registry applications
• Drafting straightforward legal documents as required
• Providing professional and friendly service to clients, recognising when they may need additional support
• Assisting with general administrative and reception duties when needed

What We're Looking For

• Experience as a Legal Secretary in Commercial or a keen interest in Commercial work with the willingness to learn
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Strong IT skills (including Microsoft Office) and general administrative experience
• A professional manner, with the ability to stay calm and focused under pressure
• High attention to detail, with the ability to manage a varied workload at pace
• Team player with the ability to build strong working relationships

Desirable

• Legal Secretary Level 2 Certificate/Diploma
• Experience with Investors in People and LEXCEL accreditation
• Experience of submitting Stamp Duty/Land Registry applications and use of the Land Registry portal

On Offer

• Competitive salary
• Excellent employee benefits package
• Supportive, forward-thinking working environment with genuine career development opportunities
• A chance to be part of a vibrant, award-winning law firm where people matter and success is celebrated

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