Legal PA - Succession & Tax
- Southampton
- Permanent
- Full-time
Group: Charities and Private Wealth Disputes
Team: Succession and Tax
Location: Southampton
Working Pattern: Full time (preferred)
Why it matters: This position offers a key opportunity to support the Charities and Private Wealth Disputes Group by delivering essential Legal PA/secretarial and administrative assistance that contributes directly to the group's success.Please note: The role is primarily office-based, and candidates should ideally live within a commutable distance of Exeter.What you'll doThis 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:
- Support the market-leading Charities and Private Wealth Disputes Group as a trusted and valued member of the team
- 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
- Occasionally travel to our Bristol office (with travel expenses covered) to support cross-office collaboration
- Have the opportunity to grow into a lead or supervisory role within the team, with clear pathways for progression
- Previous experience as a Legal PA or Legal Secretary
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to build and maintain strong client relationships
- Commercial awareness and a professional, business-focused approach
- Proficiency in MS Office and legal systems
- Interest or experience in Charities, Private Wealth, or Disputes work is advantageous but not essential
- A collaborative spirit and enthusiasm for innovation and shared success
- Ideally located within commuting distance of Exeter and comfortable with regular office attendance
- An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
- A client base that spans household names, thriving start-ups, 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.
- Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
- Enhanced parental leave policies.
- Private healthcare 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
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- 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.
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- With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
- We're here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we're more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we'll contact you to discuss the themes we'll cover and answer any questions you might have.
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