Private Client Paralegal — Estates & Probate Support

LR Legal Recruitment; Camberley; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Paralegal to join its growing team. The role involves supporting solicitors on a varied estate, will, probate and trust caseload, and handling admin from instruction to completion.

The successful candidate will have experience in Private Client matters, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to manage deadlines. The firm offers a collaborative environment and exposure to a broad range of private client work.

Qualifications

• Experience in Private Client, Wills & Probate or Estate Administration.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and deadlines.
• Professional and client-focused approach.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the administration of estates from initial instruction through to completion.
• Prepare correspondence, legal documents and relevant forms.
• Assist with probate applications and obtaining Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
• Support solicitors with Will and Lasting Power of Attorney matters.
• Assist with trust administration and related documentation.
• Conduct legal and property searches and obtaining information from third parties.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions and other professional organisations.
• Assist with the collection and distribution of estate assets.
• Prepare and maintain estate accounts.
• Undertaking legal and factual research.
• Providing general administrative and legal support to fee earners.
• Maintaining accurate case management records.
• Ensuring matters progress efficiently and within relevant deadlines.

Skills

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Attention to detail

Written communication

Verbal communication

Time-management

Independent working

Teamwork

Education

Experience in Private Client / Wills & Probate / Estate Administration

Job description

A well-established regional law firm is seeking a Private Client Paralegal to join its growing team. The role involves supporting solicitors on a varied estate, will, probate and trust caseload, and handling admin from instruction to completion.

The successful candidate will have experience in Private Client matters, strong organisational and communication skills, and the ability to manage deadlines. The firm offers a collaborative environment and exposure to a broad range of private client work.