Wills and Estate Planning Paralegal in Manchester

Energy Jobline ZR; Manchester; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking legal services provider based in Manchester is seeking a Wills and Estate Planning Paralegal to join their team on a largely home-working basis. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in drafting wills and managing their own caseload, with strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity for a training contract in the future.

Benefits

Competitive salary

High level of home working

Training contract opportunity

Qualifications

• Proven experience in drafting wills and offering tailored advice on estate planning matters.
• Previous experience managing your own caseload.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to building positive client relationships.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all work.

Responsibilities

• Draft and prepare wills of varying complexity and other estate planning documents.
• Liaise effectively with clients and external stakeholders through communication.
• Oversee and manage an active caseload, coordinating with relevant parties.
• Maintain accurate client records and ensure compliance with legal standards.

Skills

Experience in drafting wills

Managing own caseload

Strong interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Wills and Estate Planning Paralegal

Our client is a forward-thinking provider of legal services with offices across England. They are currently recruiting for a Wills and Estate Planning Paralegal with existing experience in the field to join on a largely home‑working basis. A competitive salary and benefits package are available and negotiable dependent on experience.

Your new role

• Draft and prepare wills of varying complexity, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documents, ensuring all materials are precise, comprehensive, and professionally presented.
• Liaise effectively with clients and external stakeholders through both verbal and written communication at all stages of each case.
• Oversee and manage an active caseload, coordinating with relevant parties to facilitate timely and successful case resolution.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date client records and correspondence within internal systems, ensuring full compliance with regulatory and legal standards.

What you'll need to succeed

• Proven experience in drafting wills and offering tailored advice on estate planning matters.
• Previous experience managing your own caseload.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a commitment to building positive client relationships and delivering exceptional service.
• Meticulous attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all work.

What you'll get in return

This is a fantastic opportunity for Wills and Estate Planning Paralegals where you can expect a full and interesting caseload. You will gain exposure to a variety of cases working as part of a well‑regarded team. There is the opportunity to secure a training contract down the line, and this role offers a high level of home working.

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