Paralegal – Private Client / Personal & Family Law

JR United Kingdom; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a skilled Private Client Paralegal to join their esteemed legal team in Edinburgh. This full-time position offers a unique chance to work with one of Scotland's largest private client teams, handling a diverse caseload from day one. You will engage directly with clients, families, and trustees, ensuring exceptional service while collaborating with a talented group of professionals. This role promises a supportive culture, commitment to excellence, and ample opportunities for personal development. If you are detail-oriented and passionate about personal legal matters, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a private client team is essential.
• Strong background in executries, trusts, and will drafting.

Responsibilities

• Manage administration of trusts and executries, including high-value taxable estates.
• Prepare Wills and Powers of Attorney and support guardianship matters.

Skills

Private Client Experience

Executries Knowledge

Will Drafting

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Proactive Attitude

Case Management Systems

Job description

Paralegal – Private Client / Personal & Family Law, Edinburgh

Client: Iconic Resourcing

Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views: 5

Posted: 05.05.2025

Expiry Date: 19.06.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Private Client Paralegal to join a highly respected legal team in Edinburgh. This permanent, full-time position offers the opportunity to work with one of Scotland’s largest teams of private client specialists, handling a diverse caseload from day one, including direct client contact with individuals, families, executors, and trustees both within the UK and internationally.

Responsibilities:

• Manage administration of trusts and executries, including high-value taxable estates
• Prepare Wills and Powers of Attorney
• Support guardianship matters and asset protection strategies
• Liaise directly with clients, providing excellent service
• Collaborate with partners, solicitors, tax specialists, and fellow paralegals
• Maintain strong financial management of your caseload
• Contribute to team development and excellence

Qualifications and Skills:

• Proven experience in a private client team is essential
• Strong background in executries, trusts, and will drafting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organized with the ability to meet deadlines
• Approachable, confident, with a genuine interest in personal legal matters
• Proactive, detail-oriented, committed to continuous learning
• Case management and IT system knowledge is a plus (training available)

This firm is known for its supportive culture, commitment to excellence, and opportunities for personal development. You will work alongside respected professionals in a collaborative environment with high-quality work and career progression.

To apply, please send your CV or contact Emma Pringle at Iconic Resourcing for a confidential chat. We welcome candidates with diverse experiences and are committed to inclusivity and equal opportunities. We also accommodate reasonable adjustments as needed. Visit our website to view all Iconic Jobs across Scotland.