Paralegal - Private Client

Elite Touch Group; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Bromley is seeking a Paralegal to join their Private Client team. The successful candidate will manage probate matters and provide advice on estate planning. Key duties include drafting legal documents and communicating effectively with clients. Applicants must have a minimum of 12 months experience in private client work and possess excellent organisational skills. This is an opportunity to develop a career in a supportive environment among a team of specialists.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months previous experience in private client work.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail.
• Experience handling telephone inquiries professionally.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents such as Wills and LPAs.
• Manage probate matters including obtaining grants of probate.
• Provide advice on estate planning.

Skills

Experience in private client work

Confident telephone manner

Organisational skills

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

Job description

Paralegal - Private Client

Bromley

Salary dependent on experience

Elite Touch Group are excited to be working with their well established client who are seeking a Paralegal to join their Private Client team, based at their Bromley office.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and advising on Wills and LPAs.
• Managing probate matters, including obtaining grants of probate and administering estates.
• Advising clients on estate planning to ensure the efficient transfer of wealth and assets.
• Handling complex estate planning cases involving trusts and related legal matters.
• Assisting clients with contested probate cases, providing expert advice and representation where disputes arise.
• Providing compassionate and professional advice to clients during emotionally challenging times.
• Building and maintaining long-term relationships with clients and contact, offering tailored advice and solutions.
• Help drive the department forward.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• Experience in all aspects of private client work
• Confident telephone manner handling telephone enquiries from clients and third parties
• Be able to audio and copy type and deal with general administration duties
• Be proficient with Outlook, Word and preferably Excel

Key duties in summary

• Prepare compliance for Solicitors or Legal Executives to review and approve.
• Complete legal tasks to progress client matters, e.g. drafting letters and statements for Solicitor approval.
• Communicate with clients and third parties via email, phone calls and meetings.
• Assist with the management of matter finances, such as drafting invoices.

We are looking for candidates with a can-do attitude and positive approach to join a well-established and highly regarded office. If you are willing to work hard, be part of the team we would be interested to hear from you.

We will only consider applicants with a minimum of 12 months previous experience.

This is a great opportunity for an organised, methodical and details orientated candidate to develop their career amongst a team of specialists.