Wills & Probate Paralegal

The Eventus Recruitment Group; Coventry; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days annual leave

Birthday leave

Christmas leave

Pension scheme

Funded training

Company sick pay

Wellbeing benefits

Networking opportunities

Job summary

Eventus Legal in Coventry, West Midlands, is seeking a Wills & Probate Paralegal to join a Lexcel-accredited law firm in a full-time, permanent role handling Wills, LPAs and probate matters. The position offers a competitive salary and a path to develop within a busy Private Client team.

Role involves drafting work, direct client contact, and support across the probate team, with benefits including 23 days holiday, a birthday day off, extra Christmas leave, pension, and funded training and

Qualifications

• Practical experience in non-contentious Private Client work including Wills and LPAs.
• Ability to communicate sensitively and professionally with clients.
• Accurate drafting of legal documents with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Will drafting and preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Provide clients with information and support on Wills and LPAs.
• Assist probate team with estate administration matters.
• Respond to client enquiries in person and by telephone.
• Open new matters and ensure client and file information is recorded accurately.
• Handle and process securities, deeds, and related documentation.
• Collaborate with fee earners and Private Client colleagues.

Skills

Wills & probate knowledge

Private client awareness

Client communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Eventus Legal are seeking a Wills & Probate Paralegal to join a Lexcel-accredited law firm in Coventry, West Midlands. This is a full-time, permanent job position with a competitive salary and the opportunity to join a busy Private Client team, supporting clients with Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney and probate matters. Benefits include 23 days holiday, an additional day off for your birthday, additional Christmas leave, pension and funded training and professional development.

Role Responsibilities

This Wills & Probate Paralegal position will provide varied hands‑on experience within a busy non‑contentious Private Client practice, combining drafting work with direct client contact and wider support to the probate team. Key responsibilities will include:

• Will drafting and preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney


• Providing clients with clear information and support in relation to Wills, LPAs and associated tax matters


• Assisting the wider probate team with the progression of estate administration matters


• Responding to client enquiries professionally, both in person and by telephone


• Opening new matters and ensuring client and file information is recorded accurately


• Handling and processing securities, deeds and other relevant documentation


• Working collaboratively with fee earners and colleagues across the Private Client team

Person Specification

Applications are invited from paralegals with relevant experience of non-contentious Private Client work and the ability to communicate sensitively and professionally with clients. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Practical experience of Wills, probate, LPAs or closely related Private Client matters


• A sound understanding of the law and practice relevant to non-contentious Private Client work


• The ability to draft accurately and manage legal documentation with strong attention to detail


• A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach


• Clear written and verbal communication skills


• Good organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities effectively


• The confidence to work independently on appropriate tasks while contributing positively to a wider legal team

Benefits and Rewards

This Wills & Probate Paralegal job offers a supportive environment in which to build further Private Client expertise and develop professionally. The successful Wills & Probate Paralegal will also benefit from:

• 23 days annual leave plus an additional day off for your birthday


• Additional discretionary paid leave over the Christmas period


• Pension scheme


• Funded training and professional development support


• Company sick pay


• Access to employee wellbeing and lifestyle benefits


• Opportunities to take part in networking, charity and wider firm activities

About the Law Firm

Our client is a Lexcel-accredited law firm with a Legal 500-recognised Private Client practice. The firm places emphasis on professional development, client care and creating a supportive working environment, providing a strong setting for a paralegal looking to broaden their experience across Wills, LPAs, probate and related Private Client work.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.