Overview
Legal Secretary – Chippenham
£24,000 - £29,000 DOE • 5 days 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
Company Information and Application
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.
Location: Swindon, Wiltshire (Job originally listed as Chippenham)
Job Title: Legal Secretary
Company: Tate
Hours: Full Time • Contract: Permanent
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