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.
* 25 days holiday + birthday + Bank + Christmas – New Year Closure
* Auto Enrol Pension
* Death in service
* Private Medical Insurance
* Social events
* LOADS MORE!!!
cait.woodrow-smith @ Simpsonjudge.co.uk
Job Reference: CWS588
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