Paralegal

Reed; Stirling; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible environment

Career growth

Competitive salary & generous leave

Job summary

Reed is seeking an Executry Paralegal to join our Stirling-based team. You will manage a busy Private Client caseload, attending client meetings, registering wills, and preparing inventories for court confirmation.

The ideal candidate has proven experience in executry and private client work, excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team. A supportive, flexible firm with good annual leave is offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Executry or Private Client Paralegal.
• Strong understanding of estate administration processes.
• Excellent communication skills with discretion.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of inheritance tax forms and legal rights computations.

Responsibilities

• Attend client meetings and take detailed instructions.
• Register wills and investigate estate assets thoroughly.
• Communicate with clients and third parties to gather financial information.
• Prepare a comprehensive register of assets and debts and inheritance tax forms.
• Prepare inventory for confirmation and apply to the court for confirmation.
• Assist with legal rights computations and manage administrative tasks.

Skills

Executry or Private Client Paralegal

Estate administration knowledge

Strong communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Independent and team player

Inheritance tax forms knowledge

Job description

Executry Paralegal

Location: Stirling

Job Type: Full-time, permanent position

We are seeking an Executry Paralegal to join one of our Stirling based clients. They have an established Private Client and pride themselves on the service they provide clients. This role is ideal for a highly skilled Paralegal who is managing a busy Private Client caseload.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Attend client meetings and take detailed instructions.
• Register wills and conduct thorough investigations into estate assets.
• Communicate effectively with clients and third parties to gather all financial information and documentation required to progress each Executry.
• Prepare a comprehensive register of assets and debts, as well as inheritance tax forms.
• Prepare inventory for confirmation and apply to the court for confirmation.
• Assist with legal rights computations, prepare fee notes, and manage all associated administrative tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an Executry or Private Client Paralegal
• Strong understanding of the processes involved in estate administration.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to handle sensitive information discreetly.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of inheritance tax forms and legal rights computations

Benefits:

• Opportunity to work for a supportive and flexible firm
• A role that offers both personal and professional growth
• A competitive salary and excellent annual leave allowance