Private Client Paralegal

Wild Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking a Private Client Paralegal to assist a well-established law firm in Portsmouth. This role involves preparing wills and probate applications, managing case files, and liaising with clients. The ideal candidate must have experience in a legal support role, strong attention to detail, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a salary range of £30,000 - £40,000 with a Monday to Friday work schedule. Apply today if you're interested!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a private client or legal support role is essential.
• Understanding of wills, probate, and estate administration processes is essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files.

Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with the preparation of wills, LPAs, and probate applications.
• Draft legal documents and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Liaise with clients, executors, beneficiaries, and third parties professionally.

Skills

Organisational skills

Client-focused approach

Verbal communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Research skills

Education

Law degree or legal qualification (e.g. LPC, CILEx)

Tools

MS Office

Legal case management software

Job description

Private Client Paralegal

Monday to Friday

£30,000 - £40,000

Wild Recruitment are pleased to be supporting a well established Law Firm in their search for a diligent and empathetic Private Client Paralegal to support their busy team in delivering high-quality legal services across wills, probate, estate administration, and lasting powers of attorney. This role suits someone with strong organisational skills, a client-focused approach, and a genuine interest in helping individuals navigate sensitive legal matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist fee earners with the preparation of wills, LPAs, and probate applications

• Draft legal documents and correspondence with accuracy and attention to detail

• Liaise with clients, executors, beneficiaries, and third parties professionally and compassionately

• Manage case files and maintain accurate records using legal case management systems

• Conduct legal research and assist with estate planning matters

• Support with inheritance tax forms and HMRC submissions

• Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with relevant procedures and regulations

• Attend client meetings and take instructions where appropriate

Requirements

• Previous experience in a private client or legal support role (essential)

• Understanding of wills, probate, and estate administration processes (essential)

• Strong written and verbal communication skills

• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple files

• Proficient in MS Office and legal case management software

• Professional, empathetic, and discreet approach to client care

Desirable

• Law degree or legal qualification (e.g. LPC, CILEx)

If you would like to know more about this role, please get in touch with Shannon Preston at Wild Recruitment today or APPLY!

Please note that no terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate on the grounds of a person's gender, marital status, race, religion, colour, age, disability or sexual orientation. Every candidate will be assessed only in accordance with their merits, qualifications and ability to perform the duties of the job.