A well-established and highly regarded Surrey law firm is looking to recruit a Private Client Paralegal to join their Trusts & Estates department. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your experience within a busy and supportive team, working closely alongside experienced fee earners.
The Role
You will provide hands-on support to fee earners in the day-to-day management of Trusts & Estates matters, while delivering a professional and client-focused service. This is a varied role offering exposure to high-quality work and regular client contact.
Key Responsibilities
*Assisting fee earners with a broad range of Trusts & Estates matters.
*Supporting new and existing clients efficiently and professionally.
*Liaising with clients and third parties, including the Probate Registry and HM Revenue & Customs.
*Preparing and producing documents such as correspondence, attendance notes, briefs and bills
*Diary management and general administrative support.
Desired Skills
*Have previous legal assistant/ paralegal experience ideally within Private Client/ Trusts and Estate matters.
*At least 2 years’ experience.
*IT literate and experience audio typing.
*Experience in MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
*Experience using case management systems.
What they offer
*Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm and office based.
*Salary depending on experience - £25,000 - £31,000.
*25 Days holiday and an extra day of for your birthday.
*Private health scheme.