Department: Planning and Environmental
Location: Exeter
Description
This is a fantastic opportunity to join Trowers & Hamlins as a Personal Assistant within the Planning & Environmental team in Exeter. You'll be a key member of a collaborative team, helping to deliver exceptional support to both colleagues and clients.
The Role
Support a busy team of legal professionals and help keep day-to-day operations running smoothly.
- Manage diaries, meetings and travel arrangements for fee earners.
- Handle client communications, enquiries and relationship management.
- Coordinate documents, correspondence, filing and administrative processes.
- Assist with presentations, pitches and wider marketing activities.
- Support billing, time recording and financial administration.
- Contribute to team initiatives and provide general support where needed.
The Candidate
An organised and proactive individual who enjoys delivering high-quality support.
- Previous PA, Legal Secretary or administrative experience would be beneficial.
- Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Confident using Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
- Excellent communication skills and a professional approach.
- Able to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
- Positive, adaptable and keen to build strong working relationships.
Benefits
- annual bonus scheme
- GPP Pension Scheme with Aviva
- 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.
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.
PA - Planning & Environmental in Exeter employer: Trowers
Trowers & Hamlins is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in the heart of London where innovation and collaboration thrive. As a Construction Disputes Associate, you will benefit from a strong focus on professional development, with ample opportunities for growth through exposure to high-profile cases and international projects. The firm's commitment to a supportive culture ensures that employees are empowered to excel while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
