Paralegal Private Clients, St. Albans

Berry Recruitment; St Albans; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in St Albans is seeking a Paralegal for their Private Clients sector. In this role, you will handle diverse client matters including Wills and Trusts, ensuring high-quality service and compliance with firm standards. This position offers a salary between £25,000 and £27,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience in handling Private Clients matters is essential.
• Ability to draft Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Knowledge of Solicitors Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Draft client documents including Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Manage client files and ensure compliance with standards.
• Assist clients and maintain lawyers' diaries.

Skills

Client Service

Attention to Detail

Legal Document Preparation

Education

Background in Private Clients

Job description

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Paralegal Private Clients, St. Albans, St. Albans

Client:

Berry Recruitment

Location:

St Albans, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference:

998fa196e076

Job Views:

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Posted:

25.06.2025

Expiry Date:

09.08.2025

Job Description:

Description:

Our client in St Albans is looking for a Paralegal to work within the Private Clients sector of this prestigious firm of solicitors.

You will need to have a background in Private Clients to be considered for this role. Day-to-day duties include:

• Taking client instructions and progressing the matter file under the Team Leader's instructions. This may include drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney, and dealing with the administration of Estates and Trusts.
• Providing courteous and efficient service to clients.
• Ensuring that work sent to clients and related parties is correctly prepared according to the firm’s standards and instructions.
• Observing the Solicitors Code of Conduct and the Solicitors Accounts Rules.
• Reporting complaints from clients or third parties to the Head of Department.
• Producing fees in accordance with the fee target set at the beginning of each financial year.
• Opening and closing client files following standard procedures, including online money laundering checks.
• Answering calls and meeting clients without appointments, taking messages, and making file notes.
• Liaising with clients and maintaining lawyers’ diaries.
• Organising meetings, managing outgoing post and emails, and maintaining/updating files.
• Undertaking typing duties, collating work from outsourcing, and liaising with the Accounts Department for administrative tasks.
• Inputting client details, undertaking general administrative duties, and archiving files.
• Reporting IT and equipment faults, working as part of a team, and assisting with secretarial duties.
• Handling client queries, updating legal documents, and introducing clients to relevant departments.

In return, the company offers a salary between £25,000 - £27,000 per annum.