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Legal Secretary
Job Posted: 8 days ago
Salary: £ 26,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Wiltshire
Expire in: 20 days
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 Include:
. 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
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What They're Looking For:
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
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Why Work For Our Client?
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 competitive salary commensurate with industryBefore You Apply
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