Paralegal

2i Recruit Ltd; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Weybridge is seeking a proactive Private Client Paralegal to join their dynamic team. This fee-earning role provides excellent opportunities for hands-on experience across various private client matters, ideal for those eager to grow in their legal careers.

Qualifications

• Law degree or equivalent qualification is required.
• Strong research and drafting skills needed.
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Managing a caseload of routine private client work.
• Assisting with estate and trust administration.

Skills

Research skills

Drafting skills

Organizational skills

Client-focused

Education

Law degree or equivalent legal qualification

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a proactive and passionate Private Client Paralegal to join a friendly and supportive team in Weybridge. This is a fee-earning role, offering hands-on experience across a broad range of private client matters.

The Role:

You will be involved in providing support to the wider team, managing your own caseload of routine private client work and assisting with the continued growth and development of the department. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build a long-term career in private client law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Registering Enduring and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Handling estate and trust administration
• Visiting properties as part of estate administration
• Assisting with client enquiries and day-to-day case management
• Opening and closing files
• Providing a high standard of client care and professional service
• Supporting senior fee earners and partners in business development activities
• Meeting billing and financial targets
• Staying up to date with legal developments relevant to the role

Experience and Skills Requirements:

• Law degree (or equivalent legal qualification)
• Strong research and drafting skills
• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Confident, professional, and client-focused
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable, but not essential

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated paralegal to further develop their legal skills in a progressive and client-centred environment.

If you have not been contacted within 5 working days, then unfortunately on this occasion your CV has not been shortlisted.

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