Junior PA - Private Wealth

Trowers & Hamlins; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm based in Exeter is seeking a Junior PA to join their Private Wealth team. The position involves managing diaries, arranging meetings, handling various administrative tasks, and supporting fee earners in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates will possess strong skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, along with excellent communication and organizational abilities. This opportunity offers a competitive benefits package, including an annual bonus and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme

GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva

Private Medical Insurance

Discounted gym memberships

Free cinema tickets

Health assessments

Additional benefits

Responsibilities

• Manage diaries and remind fee earners of meetings daily.
• Arrange travel and book internal/external meetings.
• Handle administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, and filing.
• Support fee earners with marketing activities and client meetings.
• Monitor emails and post, ensuring important correspondence is handled appropriately.
• Assist with billing, credit control, and compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Provide help to other departments as needed.

Skills

Accurate typing speed of at least 60 wpm

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisational skills

Strong attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Flexible, reliable, and proactive

Ability to build trust and confidence with colleagues and clients

Job description

Trowers & Hamlins is a City-led, international and national law firm with over 170 partners and 1000 staff. With offices across the UK, Middle East and Asia. Our global footprint is further enhanced by our strategic partnership with Interlaw which works to facilitate our management of multi-jurisdictional matters. We have leading practices in Corporate, Litigation, Tax, Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Private Wealth.

We've always been proud of our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and value the variety of our partnership. We are different and we believe it is our people that make us unique. We expect and respect that you and your talents are too. Our strategic direction is shaped by a desire to grow our business in a way that is responsible and sustainable and has the principles of ESG at its core, guiding the way we operate firmwide.

If you are an organised individual ready to take on the role of Junior PA, this is the perfect opportunity for you. Our Private Wealth team are seeking a Junior PA to join in our Exeter office. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting fee earners and ensuring smooth operations.

The Role

As a Junior PA, you will play a crucial role in the team.

• Manage diaries and remind fee earners of meetings daily
• Arrange travel and book internal/external meetings
• Handle administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, and filing
• Support fee earners with marketing activities and client meetings
• Monitor emails and post, ensuring important correspondence is handled appropriately
• Assist with billing, credit control, and compliance with Solicitors Accounts Rules
• Provide help to other departments as needed

The Candidate

The ideal Junior PA will have the following skills and qualifications.

• Accurate typing speed of at least 60 wpm
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication and organisational skills
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
• Flexible, reliable, and proactive
• Ability to build trust and confidence with colleagues and clients

Our benefits include an annual bonus scheme, GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva. We also offer Private Medical Insurance, (currently with Vitality Health) upon joining the firm, which include discounted gym memberships, free cinema tickets, health assessments and much more.

Trowers & Hamlins is an equal opportunities employer and values equity, diversity and inclusion. All applications will be considered on merit and the applicant's suitability to meet the requirements of the role and will be treated equally irrespective of Ethnicity, Gender (including Trans and non-binary) Race, Disability, Religion and sexual orientation.

If you require any further information on any of our vacancies or would like to discuss any adjustments or additional support that you might need either during the recruitment process or after the offer stage, please feel free to contact our recruitment team on [e-mail]

As part of our firm recruitment policy our candidates are subject to employment screening background checks. These checks include personal details, education and employment history, professional qualifications and credit and criminal checks as appropriate.