Executry Paralegal

QED Legal LLP; Scotland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal practice in North Ayrshire is seeking a motivated individual to join their Private Client Team. In this full-time role, you will manage your own caseload, assist with complex matters, and build strong client relationships. Candidates with at least two years of experience, particularly in handling Inheritance Tax matters, are preferred. This is an excellent opportunity for those who possess strong communication and organisational skills, and enjoy working closely with clients.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience handling estate matters.
• Experience with Inheritance Tax (IHT) matters is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist on more technical and complex matters.
• Manage your own caseload.
• Gather information relating to deceased’s estate.
• Draft and prepare inventories.
• Obtain Confirmation and assist with finalisation of estates.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Flexible approach

Job description

This is a great and rare opportunity to become a key part of a successful Private Client Team within a widely respected North Ayrshire based private practice.

You will assist on more technical and complex matters while also managing your own caseload. Your responsibilities will include gathering information relating to the deceased’s estate, drafting and preparing inventories, obtaining Confirmation, and assisting with the finalisation of estates. Experience with Inheritance Tax (IHT) matters is preferred.

Ideally, you will have a minimum of two years’ experience in handling the above work and will enjoy working closely with clients to build and maintain strong relationships.

Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential, along with a flexible approach to work and a willingness to support other members of the team when required.

This role shall be full-time office based. It is a full-time role but candidates looking for part-time are also encouraged to apply.

Please contact Deborah Collier at QED Legal on the details provided for more information.