Private Client paralegal

Anderson Legal Ltd; Kirkintilloch; Sur place; GBP 23 000 - 30 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Anderson Legal Ltd in Scotland is seeking a Private Client Paralegal to join our Kirkintilloch or Bishopbriggs offices. You will assist with wills, executries, powers of attorney, and client file management, drafting and reviewing documents, and supporting Solicitors to deliver clear, practical advice.

Ideal candidates have a solid foundation in private client law, experience with wills and executories, strong organizational skills, and the ability to communicate empathetically with clients.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in private client law, with knowledge of wills, executries and powers of attorney.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, formatting and organizing documents.
• Excellent communication with clients and colleagues.
• Research and fact-finding to support case work and file preparation.
• Attention to detail, accuracy and adherence to high legal standards.
• Good time management and ability to handle multiple matters and deadlines.
• Paralegal qualification or legal studies certification preferred; equivalent experience considered.

Responsabilités

• Assist with preparation and management of wills, executries and powers of attorney.
• Draft and review legal documents and liaise with clients to gather information.
• Provide updates and support Solicitors to deliver high-quality service.
• Maintain organized client files and ensure compliance with deadlines.

Connaissances

Wills & Estates

Executries

Powers of Attorney

Legal Document Prep

Case Management System

Communication Skills

Time Management

Formation

Paralegal qualification

Legal studies certification

Outils

Case Management System

Description du poste

Company Description

Anderson Legal Ltd is a well regarded and expanding firm of Solicitors with offices in Kirkintilloch and Bishopbriggs. We provide conveyancing, executry, will and power of attorney services. Our focus is on delivering clear, practical advice and efficient handling of legal matters at an often stressful time in our clients' lives. Applicants joining Anderson Legal Ltd will be part of a young, dynamic team with excellent training and progression opportunities.

Role Description

This full-time, on-site Private Client Paralegal role can be based in either of our Kirkintilloch or Bishopbriggs offices. The role involves assisting with the preparation and management of wills, powers of attorney and executries. Day-to-day tasks include drafting and reviewing legal documents, liaising with clients to gather information, providing updates and generally supporting Solicitors to facilitate an excellent service to our clients. Attention to detail and organisation are essential qualities for this role. Our private client department is busy and expanding rapidly. Our continued success brings excellent career prospects for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law and private client practice, ideally including experience with wills, executries and powers of attorney.
• Proficiency in Legal Document Preparation, including drafting, formatting, and organizing client-facing and internal documents. Knowledge of a case management system would be an advantage.
• Excellent Communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally and empathetically with clients and colleagues.
• Competence in Research and fact-finding to support casework, file preparation, and
• Attention to detail in Document Review, ensuring accuracy, consistency, and adherence to high legal standards.
• Good time management and organizational skills, with the ability to handle multiple matters and meet deadlines.
• Relevant paralegal qualification or legal studies certification is preferred; equivalent experience in a similar role will also be considered.