Legal Secretary - Float

Tate; Swindon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal services firm in Swindon is seeking an experienced Float Legal Secretary to provide high-quality support across various departments. The ideal candidate will excel in a dynamic setting, adapting to different teams and workloads. Key responsibilities include preparing legal documents, managing records, and delivering exceptional client service. Applicants should have proven experience and strong organizational skills. This is a full-time permanent position with a competitive salary of up to £29,000.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary is essential.
• Strong IT and typing skills, with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and professional in approach.
• A flexible, proactive team player who can adapt quickly to changing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to multiple legal departments.
• Cover absences and assist teams during periods of high demand.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence, including audio typing.
• Manage files, maintain accurate records, and coordinate diaries.
• Deliver excellent client service through effective communication and professionalism.
• Undertake general administrative duties to support the wider firm.

Skills

Proven experience as a Legal Secretary

Strong IT and typing skills

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Highly organised and detail-oriented

Flexible and proactive team player

Job description

Float Legal Secretary

Location: Salisbury

Salary: Up to £29,000 per annum (dependent on experience)

Our client is seeking an experienced Float Legal Secretary to join their friendly and professional team in Salisbury. This is a fantastic opportunity to work across a range of departments, providing high-quality secretarial and administrative support. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is confident adapting to different teams and workloads.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive secretarial support to multiple legal departments.
• Cover absences and assist teams during periods of high demand.
• Prepare legal documents and correspondence, including audio typing.
• Manage files, maintain accurate records, and coordinate diaries.
• Deliver excellent client service through effective communication and professionalism.
• Undertake general administrative duties to support the wider firm.

About You

• Proven experience as a Legal Secretary is essential.
• Strong IT and typing skills, with the ability to manage a busy and varied workload.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and professional in approach.
• A flexible, proactive team player who can adapt quickly to changing priorities.

This is a busy and rewarding role offering variety, responsibility, and the opportunity to work with a supportive, collaborative team. If you are a dedicated Legal Secretary who takes pride in delivering exceptional service, we'd love to hear from you.

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Tate is committed to promoting equal opportunities. To ensure that every candidate has the best experience with us, we encourage you to let us know if there are any adjustments we can make during the application or interview process. Your comfort and accessibility are our priority, and we are here to support you every step of the way. Additionally, we value and respect your individuality, and we invite you to share your preferred pronouns in your application.

Job Info

Job Title: Legal Secretary - Float

Company: Tate

Location: Swindon, Wiltshire

Posted: Oct 30th 2025

Closes:

Sector: Legal

Contract: Permanent

Hours: Full Time

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