Wills and Probate Paralegal

CRA Consulting; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent full-time role

Training and development

Career progression

Private Client experience

Collaborative environment

Job summary

CRA Consulting is recruiting for a Wills Paralegal to join the Private Client team in Chesterfield. The role offers a permanent, full-time position with a salary of £25,000–£28,000 per annum and opportunities for professional development.

You will handle wills and estate planning matters, draft documents, meet clients, and support the Private Client team. A minimum of 1 year's Private Client experience is required, with a law degree or equivalent advantageous.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in Private Client experience.
• Experience drafting Wills and LPAs is preferred.
• Ability to meet clients and handle confidential information.
• Working within a law firm or legal environment.

Responsibilities

• Draft Wills and LPAs.
• Meeting with and advising clients.
• Assist with Private Client and estate matters.
• Identify opportunities to signpost clients to additional services.
• Support the wider Private Client team as required.

Skills

Client communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

workload management

Private Client experience

Legal documentation

Education

Law degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Wills Paralegal - Chesterfield
£25,000 - £28,000 per annum
Permanent Full-Time Chesterfield
CRA Consulting are currently recruiting for a Wills Paralegal to join the Private Client team of a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in Chesterfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with at least 1 year's Private Client experience who is looking to develop their career within a supportive and growing legal team.

The Role

Working within the Private Client department, you will be involved in a range of Wills and estate planning matters, providing excellent client care and producing accurate legal documentation.
Your responsibilities will include:

• Drafting Wills
• Preparing and managing Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Meeting with and advising clients
• Assisting with Private Client and estate matters
• Identifying opportunities to signpost clients to additional legal services
• Supporting the wider Private Client team where required

About You

We are looking for a Wills Paralegal or Private Client Paralegal with at least 1 year's experience within a Private Client legal environment.
You will ideally have experience in:

• Drafting Wills
• Preparing LPAs
• Assisting with estate and probate matters
• Dealing directly with clients
• Working within a law firm or legal environment

You will need excellent communication and organisational skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage your own workload with minimal supervision following an appropriate training period.
A Law degree or equivalent qualification would be advantageous but is not essential where you have relevant practical experience.
A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle is desirable due to occasional travel between offices.

What's on Offer?

• £25,000 - £28,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• Supportive and friendly Private Client team
• Excellent training and development opportunities
• Genuine career progression
• Opportunity to develop your Private Client experience
• Well-established and respected law firm
• Collaborative working environment

This is an excellent opportunity for a Wills Paralegal or Private Client Paralegal with 1+ year's experience looking to take the next step in their career.