Private Client Paralegal

Oculus Legal Group; Redhill; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £30k–£32k

Established law firm

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Oculus Legal Group is seeking a Private Client Paralegal to join its busy Private Client team in the UK. The role involves supporting fee earners across Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, LPAs and Trusts, with documentation and client liaison as core duties.

The ideal candidate will have prior Private Client exposure, strong organisational skills, and a proactive, detail-oriented approach. Experience with a legal case management system would be advantageous in this established firm.

Qualifications

• Experience within a Private Client team.
• Good understanding of Private Client matters (Wills, Probate, Estate Administration).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach.
• Confident communication with a client-focused mindset.
• Experience using a legal case management system would be advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support fee earners with day-to-day management of Private Client files.
• Assist with Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, LPAs and Trusts.
• Prepare and review legal documentation.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, executors and advisers.
• Administer estates and gather information and documentation.
• Conduct relevant searches and estate administration tasks.
• Provide regular updates to clients and respond to queries.
• Maintain accurate file records and comply with procedures.
• Support team with general admin and case management duties.

Skills

Private Client experience

Client-focused

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Relevant paralegal qualification (preferred)

Tools

Legal case management system

Job description

Are you looking to develop your career within Private Client and join a well-established and respected law firm?

We are working with a well-respected firm who are seeking a Private Client Paralegal to join their busy and successful Private Client team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Private Client professional looking to join a supportive team and play a key role in assisting with a varied caseload.

The role will involve:

• Supporting fee earners with the day-to-day management of Private Client files
• Assisting with a range of matters including Wills, Probate, Estate Administration, LPAs and Trusts
• Preparing and reviewing legal documentation
• Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, executors, financial advisers and other third parties
• Assisting with the administration of estates and gathering relevant information and documentation
• Conducting relevant searches and assisting with estate administration requirements
• Providing regular updates to clients and assisting with queries
• Maintaining accurate file records and ensuring compliance procedures are followed
• Supporting the team with general administrative and case management duties

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience within a Private Client team
• A good understanding of Private Client matters, ideally including Wills, Probate and Estate Administration
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and a proactive approach
• Confident communication skills with a client-focused mindset
• Experience using a legal case management system would be advantageous

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary of £30,000 - £32,000
• Opportunity to join a respected and established law firm
• Supportive and collaborative working environment