Job Title: Property Litigation Paralegal

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.

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Paralegal
• Team: Property Litigation
• Location: Hybrid working from Southampton, Exeter or Bristol
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Why this role matters: If you're keen to work with a highly collaborative team and to gain invaluable exposure to a range of exciting clients, this could be the ideal opening for you

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What you’ll do

In this role, you’ll:

• Be assisting in a wide range of property litigation matters concerning development land (including telecoms) and property contracts as well as landlord and tenant matters such as dilapidations, break notices, forfeiture and breach of lease covenants
• Work as part of a friendly and supportive team who will train and help to develop your skills
• Engage in pre-action correspondence with third parties
• Take instructions from clients and regularly keep them updated
• You will also be responsible for supporting senior fee earners on their own cases, helping with discrete tasks or larger projects across the team

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What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:

• 1 years + experience as a paralegal. 
• Litigation experience is preferable but not essential
• Ability to demonstrate commercial awareness and business aptitude
• A methodical approach with an extremely high level of attention to detail, content, and presentation of work
• You’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• 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.

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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, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Employee sabbaticals.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.
• For a full list of our competitive benefits package, please click here

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Ready to apply?

• Hit the "Apply Now" button.
  • 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.
• Invited for interview?
  • 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.
  • If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Job Title: Project Manager

Are you motivated by delivering change that shapes how a modern law firm works?

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.

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

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Project Manager
• Team: Business Change
• Location: Hybrid working from Bristol, Exeter or Plymouth  
• Working Pattern: Full time
• Why this role matters: The Project Manager turns firm strategy into real, lasting change - helping us work smarter, adopt new ways of working successfully, and deliver an outstanding experience for both clients and colleagues.

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What you’ll do

Embedded in our Business Change Team, working closely with colleagues in the PMO, IT, legal practices, and support functions you'll:

• Lead end‑to‑end delivery of multiple projects, owning scope, timescales, budget, quality and outcomes.
• Develop and maintain project plans, business cases, benefits, KPIs, risks and dependencies.
• Deliver projects using Agile, Waterfall or hybrid methodologies, adapting approach to context and stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with Partners, legal teams, business services, IT and third‑party suppliers.
• Apply effective governance, resource planning and financial control, managing cross‑project dependencies.
• Embed change management, adoption, training and benefits realisation into project delivery.

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What we’re looking for

• Proven project management experience delivering complex change, operational improvement or technology projects in medium to large organisations.
• Background in professional services or regulated environments; law firm experience is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with confidence engaging at all levels.
• Demonstrable change management capability, including impact assessment, communications and adoption.
• Sound project management discipline, ideally supported by relevant qualifications (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, APM, PMP or similar).
• Organised, adaptable and commercially aware, with flexibility to work across offices and embrace hybrid working.
• And you’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• 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.

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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, including:

• 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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Ready to apply?

• Hit the "Apply Now" button.
  • 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.
• Invited for interview?
  • 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.
  • If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Senior Private Client Lawyer

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.

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Senior Private Client Lawyer
• Team: Succession & Tax
• Location: Exeter or Bristol with flexible working arrangements. We are keen to hear from anyone based/operating in the South West region.
• Working Pattern: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible

Why this role matters: This is an exciting opportunity to join our highly respected Succession & Tax team, advising a diverse client base on a range of matters. We're seeking someone with both technical expertise and operational and management skills to perform a senior role, facilitating strong performance from team members and driving efficiencies.

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What you’ll do

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead on estate administration matters, including estates with international assets and agricultural property.
• Provide expert advice on inheritance tax, succession planning, and estate-related tax matters.
• Advise on powers of attorney, elderly client care and estate planning strategies.
• Contribute to business development, helping grow the firm’s client base and reputation.
• Take an active role in operational delivery, managing caseloads efficiently, improving processes, and ensuring high standards of client service.
• Support and mentor junior team members, fostering a culture of learning, collaboration and excellence.

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What we’re looking for

We’re looking for someone who brings a blend of operational leadership and deep technical expertise, alongside the following attributes:

• Extensive experience in private client law, particularly in high-value and technically complex matters.
• Strong working knowledge of UK tax law as it relates to estates and inheritance.
• Proven ability to manage sensitive client relationships with professionalism and discretion.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a trust corporation or similar governance structure.
• A client-centric approach and strong relationship-building skills.
• Passion for innovation, collaboration, and contributing to a forward-thinking team.
• Motivation to develop a career within a transparent and supportive framework.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens 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, including:

• 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 Life at Foot Anstey | Foot Anstey

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Ready to apply?

• Hit the "Apply Now" button.
• 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.
• Invited for interview?
• 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.
• If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Job Title: Corporate Lawyer

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.

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The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Senior Associate or Managing Associate
• Team: Corporate & Finance
• Location: Flexible, hybrid working across any of our office locations
• Working Pattern: Full-time/Part-time/Flexible
• Why this role matters: We are looking for someone with some experience looking to take the next step in their career. This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of an award winning team with an impressive client list, with genuine scope to fast track your career.

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What you’ll do

In this role, you’ll:

• Play an active role in the continued success and growth of our team, alongside an impressive client list and ambition to continue building new and lasting national and international client relationships.
• Work across a broad spectrum of corporate work, including private equity, M&A, strategic investments and re-organisations.
• Day to day, you will take a solution led approach, listening to clients' challenges and understanding their businesses in order to provide tailored advice and bespoke, premium solutions.
• Benefit from excellent career development opportunities. We offer a genuinely exciting and different proposition, as you will have real and supported scope to fast track your career within a team with a proven track record of developing and progressing its lawyers. We pride ourselves on our openness and transparency when it comes to promotions, so please ask us about our career framework for lawyers.

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What we’re looking for

We’re seeking someone who thrives in a fast-paced, client-focused environment and brings:

• Experience as a high performing Corporate Lawyer.
• Commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience in every interaction, and take pride in understanding your client's needs, challenges and expectations.
• Motivation to understand the bigger picture for our clients, and keen to play your part in realising their longer-term business ambitions.
• You’ll share our passion for innovation, collaboration, and achieving great things together.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• 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, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Employee sabbaticals
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.
• For a full list of our competitive benefits package, please click here

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Ready to apply?

• Hit the "Apply Now" button.
  • 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.
• Invited for interview?
  • 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.
  • If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

Job Title: Legal Administrator

Ready to bring your organisational skills to a dynamic legal team?

We’re one of the UK’s most forward-thinking law firms, built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and ambition. Join us in a permanent capacity and play a key role in supporting our legal professionals across a busy and high-performing team.

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

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 The role in 60 seconds

• Role: Legal Administrator
• Team: Charities and Private Wealth Disputes
• Location: Exeter
• Contract: Permanent
• Working Pattern: Full time / Part time considered
• Why this role matters: This is a vital opportunity to provide ongoing administrative support to a leading legal team. You’ll help ensure smooth day-to-day operations, maintain excellent client service, and contribute to the team’s long-term success. This role is ideal for someone looking to build a career in legal administration within a supportive and professional environment.

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 What you’ll do

As a Legal Administrator, you’ll play a key role in supporting the team with a variety of essential administrative tasks.

In this role, you'll:

• Assist with file and document management, including opening, maintaining, and closing matters.
• Coordinate diaries, meetings, and travel arrangements for fee earners.
• Prepare and format legal documents and correspondence to a high professional standard.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes and regulatory requirements, including risk management procedures.
• Handle incoming communications and liaise professionally with clients and external stakeholders.
• Maintain accurate records and support the team with general administrative tasks to ensure smooth operations.
• Contribute to business development activities, including client research and event coordination, where needed.

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What we’re looking for

 We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented administrator who is ready to make a long-term contribution to a busy legal team.

You’ll bring:

• Previous experience in an administrative role, ideally within a legal or professional services environment.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• A high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and other business systems.
• A collaborative mindset and a willingness to support others and grow within the role.
• Ideally, you’ll be based within commuting distance of Exeter and comfortable with regular office attendance.

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Join a seriously ambitious firm

 At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• 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, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Employee sabbaticals.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).
• An open, flexible working environment.
• For a full list of our competitive benefits package, please click here

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 Ready to apply?

• Hit the “Apply Now” button.
• 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.
• Invited for interview?
• 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.
• If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.