Legal PA Charity Probate

Foot Anstey LLP; Exeter; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking law firm in Exeter seeks a Legal PA to support their Charity Probate Team with essential secretarial and administrative tasks. This role demands a proven track record in legal support, excellent organisational skills, and the ability to handle confidential information. You'll deliver high-quality support, manage complex schedules, and communicate with clients, all within a fast-paced, collaborative well-being-focused culture. Competitive salary and a performance-linked bonus are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-linked bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Proven track record of providing high-quality administration support.
• Previous experience with Charities, Trusts & Probate matters is advantageous.
• Superb attention to detail and accuracy is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal secretarial support to fee earners.
• Manage complex diary schedules and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Communicate professionally with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Legal secretarial experience

Strong Word skills

Excellent organisational skills

Confidential information management

Attention to detail

Tools

Case Management Systems

Excel

PowerPoint

PDF documents

Job description

Ready to take your career to the next level?

We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us and help shape the future, particularly within our growing Charities & Private Wealth Group.

The role in 60 seconds

Role: Legal PA
Group: Charities & Private Wealth Disputes

Team: Charity Probate
Location: Exeter
Working Pattern: Full time (preferred)

Why it matters: This is an opportunity to support the Charity Probate Team by delivering essential secretarial and administrative assistance that contributes directly to the team’s success.

What you’ll do

This opportunity is ideal for someone with legal secretarial experience who is ready to take ownership of case progression and provide high-quality support in a meaningful and dynamic legal environment.

In this role, you’ll:

• Deliver high-quality legal secretarial support to fee earners in a fast-paced, client-focused environment.
• Manage complex diary schedules and coordinate travel arrangements to ensure fee earners are fully prepared for meetings and commitments.
• Oversee matter setup and ensure compliance with internal risk and regulatory procedures.
• Draft, amend, and maintain precedent letters and house-style documents with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Communicate professionally with clients and stakeholders on behalf of fee earners, ensuring clarity and consistency.
• Have the opportunity to grow into a lead or supervisory role within the team, with clear pathways for progression.

What we’re looking for

• A proven track record of providing high quality administration/secretarial support within a legal/professional services environment.
• Previous experience with Charities, Trusts & Probate and/or Private Client matters is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong Word, Excel, Case Management, PDF docs and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to deal with highly confidential information with tact and sensitivity.
• Superb attention to detail and accuracy (verbal, written, and numerical).
• The desire to work in a fast paced, collaborative, and friendly team.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving startups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

Progressive benefits tailored to you

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).

Ready to apply?

Hit the "Apply Now" button. Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you. Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome. The interview process typically involves interviews; we’ll guide you through each step and provide necessary support.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Demographic Questions

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, we invite applicants to complete optional demographic questions. Any information you choose to share will be anonymised and not linked to your application.

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