Paralegal - Private Client

ACS Staffing Solutions; Great Houghton; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits package

Generous annual leave

Company pension scheme

Ongoing training and development

Supportive team environment

Career progression opportunities

Free on-site parking

Convenient office locations with good地

Job summary

ACS Staffing Solutions is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join its Northampton office. You will handle wills, trusts, probate, and Court of Protection matters, advising elderly and vulnerable clients in a collaborative, client-focused team environment.

The role suits a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with a minimum of five years PQE who can work independently and contribute to business development.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive status.
• Minimum five years PQE in Private Client law.
• Experience managing a broad private client caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Compassionate, client-focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Wills and estate planning.
• Trusts.
• Probate and estate administration.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Court of Protection matters.
• Advising elderly and vulnerable clients.
• Care fees planning.

Skills

Communication

Client care

Relationship building

Team player

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive status

Job description

Private Client Lawyer

Location: Northampton

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent (37.5 hours per week)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Join a Respected and Growing Legal Team

An established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Lawyer to join its friendly and supportive team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive looking to take the next step in their career with a firm that combines traditional values with a modern, client-focused approach.

You will manage a varied caseload of high-quality private client work while benefiting from dedicated secretarial support, a collaborative working environment, and excellent opportunities for long-term career development.

The Role

• Wills and estate planning.
• Trusts.
• Probate and estate administration.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Court of Protection matters.
• Advising elderly and vulnerable clients.
• Care fees planning.

Working closely with colleagues and supported by an experienced secretary, you will provide outstanding client care while building strong relationships with both new and existing clients.

You will also play an active role in the continued growth of the department by participating in networking and business development activities, while maintaining your professional development through ongoing training.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive status.
• A minimum of five years' post-qualification experience (PQE) in Private Client law.
• Experience managing a broad private client caseload independently.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• A compassionate, client-focused approach.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a supportive team.

Experience in the following areas would be highly desirable:

• Care funding and care home fee planning.
• NHS Continuing Healthcare funding.
• Challenging Local Authority funding assessments.

Benefits

In return for your expertise, you'll be joining a well-established and respected legal practice that genuinely values its people.

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Excellent benefits package.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Company pension scheme.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• A friendly, collaborative, and supportive working environment.
• High-quality administrative and secretarial support.
• Opportunities for career progression within an established and growing firm.
• Free on-site parking.
• Convenient office locations with excellent transport links.

Why Join?

This is an opportunity to join a respected law firm that genuinely values its people and the relationships it builds with clients. You'll enjoy a supportive team culture, high-quality work, dedicated administrative support, and genuine opportunities to develop your career within a successful and growing practice.

If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where you can make a real difference to clients while progressing your career in Private Client law, we'd love to hear from you.