Private Client Paralegal

Elite Touch Group; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is partnering with a well-established client in Chichester to seek a Private Client Paralegal for their busy team. The role requires experience in private client work, including drafting Wills, handling probate matters, and providing estate planning advice. The successful applicant will possess a confident telephone manner and proficiency in Outlook and Word. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to thrive in a fast-paced legal environment offering comprehensive client support.

Qualifications

• Experience in all aspects of private client work.
• Confident telephone manner for handling enquiries.
• Proficiency in Outlook and Word; Excel is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drafting and advising on Wills and LPAs.
• Managing probate matters and administering estates.
• Advising clients on estate planning for efficient asset transfer.
• Handling complex estate planning cases.
• Providing advice on contested probate cases.
• Offering professional advice during emotional times.
• Building long-term relationships with clients.
• Driving the department forward.

Skills

Experience in private client work

Confident telephone manner

Proficient with Outlook

Proficient with Word

Preferably proficient with Excel

Job description

Private Client Paralegal

Chichester

Salary dependent on experience

Elite Touch Group are excited to be working with their well-established client who are seeking a Paralegal to join their busy Private Client team based at their Chichester office.

If you have a background in private client and are looking to contribute to a fast-paced environment, we would love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting and advising on Wills and LPAs.
• Managing probate matters, including obtaining grants of probate and administering estates.
• Advising clients on estate planning to ensure the efficient transfer of wealth and assets.
• Handling complex estate planning cases involving trusts and related legal matters.
• Assisting clients with contested probate cases, providing expert advice and representation where disputes arise.
• Providing compassionate and professional advice to clients during emotionally challenging times.
• Building and maintaining long‑term relationships with clients and contacts, offering tailored advice and solutions.
• Help drive the department forward.

The successful applicant will ideally have:

• Experience in all aspects of private client work
• Confident telephone manner handling telephone enquiries from clients and third parties
• Be proficient with Outlook, Word and preferably Excel