Solicitor or Paralegal or Administrator

Not applicable; Dornoch; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

The role is suitable for a qualified Executry Paralegal or a solicitor seeking a short-term consultancy, or an organised administrator with strong process-driven capabilities. Start date is December 2026, with 9-12 months duration and 3 full days per week on site.

Qualifications

• A qualified Executry Paralegal with experience handling executry and estate administration.
• Alternatively, qualified Solicitor seeking a short-term consultancy or fixed-term opportunity.
• Experienced administrator with strong organisation and attention to detail is welcome.
• Knowledge of Scottish executry procedures is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Administer executry and estate matters from instruction through to completion.
• Prepare legal documentation and correspondence.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions and third parties.
• Gather and review financial and asset information relating to estates.
• Assist with inheritance tax and estate administration processes.
• Maintain accurate records and case management files.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor deadlines and progress matters efficiently.
• Provide excellent client care throughout the executry process.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Client communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

Executry Paralegal qualification

Solicitor qualification

Scottish executry procedures knowledge

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Executry Paralegal / Estate Administration Consultant (Fixed Term Maternity Cover)

Location: Ross-shire
Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
Contract: Fixed-Term (9-12 Months) - 3 Full Days per week - fully on site in client office.
Start Date: December 2026

About the Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a well-established legal practice on a fixed-term basis to provide maternity cover within our Private Client team.

We are ideally seeking an experienced Executry Paralegal to manage a varied caseload and support the administration of executry matters. However, we would also welcome applications from qualified solicitors seeking a short-term consultancy arrangement or highly organised administrators with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage complex processes and documentation.

This role would suit an individual who is logical, methodical and enjoys working within a structured environment where accuracy and client service are paramount.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer executry and estate matters from instruction through to completion.
• Prepare legal documentation and correspondence.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions and third parties.
• Gather and review financial and asset information relating to estates.
• Assist with inheritance tax and estate administration processes.
• Maintain accurate records and case management files.
• Ensure compliance with relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor key deadlines and progress matters efficiently.
• Provide excellent client care throughout the executry process.

Candidate Requirements

Ideally, you will be:

• A qualified Executry Paralegal with previous experience handling executry and estate administration matters.

Alternatively, we would consider:

• A qualified Solicitor interested in a short-term consultancy or fixed-term opportunity.
• An experienced administrator with exceptional organisational skills and proven experience managing detailed, process-driven workloads.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Logical and methodical approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Professional and client-focused approach.

Desirable

• Previous experience within private client, executry, probate or estate administration.
• Knowledge of Scottish executry procedures.
• Experience working within a legal or professional services environment.

What We Offer

• A supportive and professional working environment.
• Interesting and varied casework.
• Flexible opportunities for experienced professionals.
• Fixed-term position with a competitive salary package.
• Opportunity to join a respected and established team.