Junior PA - Legal Administrator

About our client

Our client is an international law firm with over 170 partners and more than 1,000 people across the UK, Middle East and Asia.

Their Exeter office is one of their largest regional hubs, with over 125 staff based there, working across a full service offering including real estate, corporate, dispute resolution and private wealth. They are committed to a culture of collaboration, integrity, inclusion and innovation.

The role

Our client is seeking a motivated, organised and reliable Junior PA to provide dedicated support to their Tax & Private Wealth team in Exeter. This is a business-services / support role rather than a legal-trainee post - they are looking for someone with strong administrative skills and 1-2 years' experience (ideally in professional services or legal support).

Key responsibilities include:

• Diary management, scheduling and reminders for fee earners

• Arranging travel, meetings (internal and external), and room bookings

• Handling routine administrative tasks (scanning, filing, correspondence, proofing, etc.)

• Liaising with clients and third parties on behalf of the team

• Supporting billing, credit control and compliance processes

• Assisting with marketing, client events and team initiatives

• Managing and prioritising incoming post and emails, ensuring urgent matters are escalated

• Providing ad-hoc administrative support across the wider Private Wealth / Tax team

What we are looking for

• 1-2 years' administrative experience (ideally in legal or professional services)

• Excellent organisational and time-management skills

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

• A professional, discreet and confidential approach

• A proactive and flexible attitude

• Ability to work as part of a collaborative team

• High attention to detail and accuracy

Please note: this role is not suitable for law graduates or candidates seeking a legal training pathway. It is designed for those pursuing a business support career.

What's on offer

As part of a large and well-established organisation, our client offers a generous and varied benefits package, including:

• Flexible benefits platform

• Discretionary bonus scheme

• Group personal pension (minimum 5% employer contribution)

• Private medical insurance (after six months)

• Employee Assistance Programme and mental health support

• Dental insurance / health cash plan

• Life assurance and income protection

• 25 days' annual leave (plus option to buy/sell leave)

• Enhanced family-friendly benefits

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Staff referral scheme, charitable giving, and will-writing service

• Continuous learning and development opportunities

• Salary: £25,500

Why Exeter / Why our client

The Exeter office is a thriving regional hub, offering the chance to work on significant and diverse matters across the firm's UK and international network. You'll be joining a supportive environment that values teamwork, professional growth and wellbeing.

Our client welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to diversity and inclusion.

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