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The role in 60 seconds

Role: Paralegal
Team: Charities
Location: Bristol or Exeter (Hybrid working)
Working Pattern: Full-time
Why this role matters: This hybrid opportunity blends administrative and PA support with hands‑on paralegal experience. You’ll be part of a specialist team supporting charity and private clients with probate, estate administration, and related matters – helping ensure work is managed with care, accuracy, and sensitivity, while maintaining the highest standards of legal service and advice.

What you’ll do

In this role, you’ll:

• Provide essential administrative and PA support to a senior lawyer, including diary management
• Support compliance and file‑opening formalities
• Manage and organise files to ensure proper folder and document structures are maintained
• Assist with financial processes, including cost management and monthly invoicing
• Update estate accounts with key asset and liability information
• Assist with applications to the probate registry
• Liaise with clients and beneficiaries to provide updates and respond to enquiries
• Ensure timely handling of correspondence
• Learn on the job about the legal and tax concepts that underpin probate and charity legacy work, and assist in providing high‑quality legal advice to clients
• Maintain sensitivity to the charity’s reputation and brand in all communications

What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who is motivated, energetic, and highly organised, with:

• Experience in a legal environment (probate or estate administration preferred, but not essential)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail
• Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
• A proven track record of completing tasks accurately and on time
• Great time management and organisational ability
• A flexible, collaborative approach and a commitment to outstanding client service

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).

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