Paralegal: Private Client

Skillframe Limited; Walton-on-Thames; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional legal firm in Walton-on-Thames is seeking a motivated Paralegal to join their Private Client department. You will assist with a high-volume caseload, handle client queries, and provide administrative support. The ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in Private Client law and excellent interpersonal skills. This role offers a dynamic working environment with opportunities to develop your skills in law.

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in Private Client law including Wills and probate.
• Strong research, drafting, and administrative skills required.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Assisting with estate administration and client onboarding.
• Maintaining and organising client files as per compliance.

Skills

Interest in Private Client law

Strong research skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Competent IT skills

Job description

Paralegal – Private Clients

Our client is an expanding and professional Legal firm and they are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Paralegal to join their Private Client department.

You will be responsible for proactively assisting the team with a high-volume caseload, dealing directly with client queries daily and assisting the team on all matters on a day-to-day basis. Matters are often for prestigious housebuilders, to investors with large portfolios.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), including the registration of LPAs and Enduring Powers of Attorney (EPAs).
• Assisting with estate administration matters, including liaising with banks, utility providers, and other relevant institutions.
• Handling initial client enquiries, client onboarding, and opening and closing matter files.
• Maintaining and organising client files (both paper and digital) in accordance with firm procedures, compliance obligations, and regulatory requirements.
• Providing case management and administrative support to fee earners and partners on a day-to-day basis.
• Ensuring accurate and timely billing in line with financial processes and targets.
• Staying up to date with changes in law and practice relevant to private client work.
• Assisting with all administrative tasks as required by the team, including filing and scanning.
• Preparing client correspondence and legal documents under supervision.
• Supporting team diary management and general document preparation.

Skills & Experience

• A genuine interest in Private Client law (Wills, probate, trusts, LPAs).
• Previous experience in a similar role is desirable but not essential.
• Strong research, drafting, and administrative skills.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Excellent interpersonal and client care skills.
• Competent IT skills, including experience with case management systems and Microsoft Office (desirable).
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion.
• Excellent written communication skills.
• Flexible attitude to work such as a willingness to act appropriately to meet unexpected demands, including the ability to prioritise own work under pressure.

£T.B.C

Walton on Thames Area.