Junior Legal Personal Assistant

Owen Reed is looking to recruit a Junior Legal PA to join the Private Wealth team in Exeter for a top law firm in Exeter.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an organised and enthusiastic individual with 1–2 years of administrative experience (ideally from a legal or professional services background) who is eager to develop their career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

As a Junior PA, you will play an essential role in supporting fee earners and ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day operations. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing diaries and providing daily reminders of meetings.
• Arranging travel and booking internal/external meetings.
• Handling administrative tasks such as photocopying, scanning, and filing.
• Supporting with marketing activities and client meetings.
• Monitoring emails and post to ensure correspondence is dealt with promptly.
• Assisting with billing, credit control, and compliance with the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Providing support to colleagues across other departments when required.

The ideal Junior PA will be a proactive and detail-oriented professional who can thrive in a fast-paced team environment. Key skills and experience include:

• 1–2 years’ administrative experience (legal/professional services preferred).
• Accurate typing speed of 60 wpm.
• Advanced IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise under pressure.
• A flexible, reliable, and proactive approach.
• Ability to build strong and positive working relationships with colleagues and clients.