Legal PA – Contentious Probate

Foot Anstey; Exeter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-linked bonus

Private healthcare

Enhanced parental leave

Flexible working environment

Job summary

Foot Anstey, a forward-thinking law firm in the UK, is seeking a Legal PA for its Contentious Probate team in Exeter or Bristol. This full-time role involves providing essential secretarial and administrative support directly contributing to the team's success.

The ideal candidate will have legal secretarial experience and a proven ability to manage communication, maintain accuracy, and work in a dynamic environment. Enjoy comprehensive benefits and a supportive culture focused on professional and personal growth.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of providing high quality administration/secretarial support.
• Experience with Contentious Trusts & Probate is advantageous.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to deal with confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal secretarial support to fee earners.
• Manage complex diary schedules and coordinate travel arrangements.
• Draft, amend, and maintain precedent letters and documents.

Skills

Legal secretarial support

Diary management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Word

Case Management

Job description

Legal PA – Contentious Probate

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 let’s shape the future together.

Being refreshingly human starts with how we hire. We believe a diverse mix of perspectives makes us stronger – not just as a business, but in creating a culture where we all feel we truly belong and can thrive. That’s why we’re committed to removing barriers and creating fair opportunities for everyone.

We are in a period of exclusive direct sourcing for this role and are not currently accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

Role in 60 seconds

• Role: Legal PA
• Team: Contentious Probate
• Locations: Exeter or Bristol
• Working Pattern: Full-time

Why it matters

This position offers a key opportunity to support our Contentious Probate team by delivering essential secretarial and administrative support that contributes directly to the group’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.

• 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 Contentious Trusts & Probate, Private Client or litigious 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.

What if I don’t tick every box

We’re not box tickers. We appreciate the need for everyone to find a role that challenges them and gives them room for growth. If you bring transferable skills and a fresh perspective, we’d love to hear from you. If this role excites you and you have the skills to succeed, we encourage you to apply.

Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society.

• 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.

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare / Healthcare benefits and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.
• Find out more about our benefits and work environment here.