Paralegal

FBC MANBY BOWDLER (MIDLANDS) LIMITED; Bentley Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the Midlands is seeking an experienced Paralegal to join their new Disputed Probate Team. The successful candidate will support the fee-earning team, manage case files, draft legal documents, and liaise with clients. The role emphasizes IT proficiency and organization, with a commitment to a supportive workplace culture. Benefits include 30 days annual leave, career management plans, and various well-being resources.

Benefits

30 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Active career management plans

Flexible working arrangements

Access to mental health resources

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experienced paralegal applicants only.
• Passionate about supporting disputed probate.
• Proficient in managing case files and documents.

Responsibilities

• Review new cases and check for updates.
• Draft various legal documents under supervision.
• Respond to client queries promptly.
• Organize physical and digital files.
• Assist with court filings and documentation.

Skills

IT proficient

Document drafting

File management

Client communication

Tools

BigHand

Job description

FBC Manby Bowdler are rated first locally in EVERY area of expertise, by our clients and on ReviewSolicitors. We are based in the heart of the Black Country with offices in Shropshire, Worcestershire, Knowle and Birmingham serving clients nationally.

Our specialist Disputed Probate Team offers advice on all aspects of will challenges, estate claims, disputes between executors and trustees, and trust disputes and is building a new team in our Knowle office.

We are now looking to recruit an experiencedParalegal to join our team.

This role is for someone who is passionate about supporting working within disputed probate and supporting a fee earning team with delivering excellence to their clients, and we will only be reviewing applications from experienced paralegal applicants who want to join an exciting and growing business.

You will need to be IT proficient as we have invested heavily in ensuring our systems are efficient and support our business.

What this role entails :

Review new cases: Check emails and case management systems for updates, new instructions, or deadlines.

Draft documents: Including but not limited to letters, emails, witness statements, Court documents under solicitor supervision.

Client contact: Respond accurately and quickly to queries both on email and phone, schedule meetings, and gather information about assets, beneficiaries, and family structures.

Excellent file management: Organise physical and digital files, ensuring compliance with file opening, ID checking, GDPR and firm protocols.

Instruction and typing: Ability to use BigHand for instructions from fee earners on next steps with a matter, assisting with moving a matter on in a timely manner, typing dictated correspondence and documents as needed.

CE Filing: using the Courts filing process to manage Court proceedings as required, and assistance with the preparation of court and mediation bundles.

Team collaboration: Support other teams with administration support if needed, this may include supporting front of house with client appointments, attend internal meetings, update fee earners on progress, and assist with billing or time recording.

We Put Our People First

At our firm, people are at the heart of everything we do. Were committed to creating a supportive, inclusive, and rewarding environment where careers can thrive and well-being is prioritised :

• 30 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Active career management plans tailored to individual aspirations
• Regular, structured performance and development conversations
• Clear pathways for progression and professional growth
• Family & Life Stage Support
• Paid maternity, paternity, and adoption leave
• Parenting support groups and training resources
• Comprehensive menopause policy with trained menopause champions
• Neurodiversity champions and peer support groups
• Access to mental health resources and confidential counselling
• Flexible working arrangements to support diverse needs
• Financial wellbeing support, including budgeting tools and expert guidance
• Cycle to work scheme and salary sacrifice EV leasing
• Funded eye care, dental care, physiotherapy, and specialist consultations via our expenses system