Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant – Private Client – Exeter or Newton Abbot
- Job Title: Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant
- Department: Private Client
- Position: Full Time
- Location: Exeter, Newton Abbot
- Salary: Competitive
WBW Solicitors is one of the largest legal practices in the South West, with offices based in Brixham, Axminster, Seaton, Sidmouth, Exmouth, Honiton, Paignton, Launceston, Bovey Tracey, Torquay, Newton Abbot, Exeter. With clearly defined divisions catering for business and private clients, our teams are able to offer the very best legal advice through a full range of legal services, across a wide range of areas and commercial sectors. We reward our hard-working staff with flexibility, competitive salaries with a generous holiday plan and a fantastic benefits package.
The Role
WBW Solicitors is offering an exciting opportunity for a Legal Secretary or Legal Assistant to join our Private Client team in either our Newton Abbot or Exeter offices. The role involves providing essential support to fee earners and delivering exceptional client service.
Key Responsibilities:
- Typing and processing legal documents of varying sizes, including audio typing where required.
- Managing diaries, tasks, and general administration for the Private Client team.
- Assisting fee earners with case management systems and client communications.
- Ensuring the office runs smoothly by completing a variety of administrative tasks efficiently.
This position is ideal for candidates who thrive in a fast-paced environment and enjoy working both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
The Candidate
We are looking for a motivated and proactive individual who:
- Is computer literate with strong typing skills (experience with audio typing and case management systems is an advantage).
- Has excellent attention to detail, spelling, and grammar.
- Can work efficiently in a busy office environment, remaining calm under pressure.
- Provides outstanding client service at all times.
- Has prior experience in a secretarial role (legal experience is preferred but not essential).
- Is personable, articulate, and enjoys supporting a team.
Whether you are an experienced secretary or seeking to start a career in law, this role offers an excellent opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment.
Contact Details
To apply for this role, please send your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@wbw.co.uk. For further details, contact us at the same email address.
Apply Now
For further information regarding this role, or to apply, please send your CV and a covering letter to recruitment@wbw.co.uk, or fill out the form below.












