Private Client Paralegal

Simpson Judge; Harrogate; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm is seeking a Private Client Paralegal for a full-time, office-based role in Harrogate. The ideal candidate should have experience as a paralegal or legal assistant, with a good understanding of Wills and Probate procedures. Responsibilities include assisting with drafting Wills, supporting estate administration, and liaising with clients and third parties. The position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for career development, with salary dependent on experience.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for training and career development

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Private Client Paralegal or Legal Assistant.
• Good understanding of Wills, Probate, and Private Client procedures.
• Strong IT skills including experience with case management systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist with drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Support probate and estate administration files.
• Prepare documentation and correspondence.
• Liaise professionally with clients and third parties.
• Maintain accurate case files.

Skills

Organisational skills

Time-management skills

Attention to detail

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

IT skills and experience with case management systems

Job description

Private Client Paralegal

Location: Harrogate

Position: Full-time, office-based

Salary: Dependent on experience

The Role

• Assisting with the drafting of Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Supporting probate and estate administration files
• Preparing documentation and correspondence
• Liaising with clients in a professional and empathetic manner
• Dealing with third parties such as HMRC, the Land Registry and financial institutions
• Maintaining accurate case files and using case management systems
• General administrative support to the Private Client team

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience as a Private Client Paralegal or Legal Assistant
• Good understanding of Wills, Probate and Private Client procedures
• Strong organisational and time-management skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Confident written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable working in a busy, office-based environment
• Able to work well as part of a team and use initiative when required
• Strong IT skills, including experience with case management systems

What's on Offer

• Full-time, in-person role based in Harrogate
• Salary dependent on experience
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to high-quality private client work
• Opportunities for training and career development

To apply or for a confidential discussion, please contact Stan at Simpson Judge Legal