LR Legal Recruitment
Private Client Paralegal
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Role: Private Client Paralegal
Location: Central London
Salary: up to £35k
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
About the Firm
We are a well-established, boutique London law firm providing high-quality legal advice to private individuals, families, entrepreneurs, and businesses. Our Private Client team is recognised for delivering practical, tailored advice across wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney.
We are seeking a proactive and organised Private Client Paralegal to join our growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their career within a supportive and highly regarded law firm, working closely with experienced solicitors and partners on a broad range of private client matters.
The Role
As a Private Client Paralegal, you will provide comprehensive support to the Private Client team, assisting with the management of client matters from instruction through to completion. You will gain exposure to a varied caseload and have the opportunity to develop your technical knowledge while delivering an exceptional client experience.
Key Responsibilities
- Assisting solicitors with the administration of estates.
- Preparing applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
- Drafting legal documents, including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and Court of Protection applications under supervision.
- Preparing inheritance tax forms (IHT205 and IHT400) and assisting with estate accounts.
- Liaising with executors, beneficiaries, financial institutions, HMRC, the Probate Registry, and other third parties.
- Undertaking legal research and preparing correspondence.
- Carrying out Anti-Money Laundering (AML), client due diligence, and identity verification checks.
- Opening new client files and maintaining accurate case records.
- Managing diaries, arranging client meetings, and preparing meeting documentation.
- Drafting attendance notes and updating the firm's case management system.
- Assisting with billing, file management, and general departmental administration.
- Delivering a high standard of client care at all times.
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Candidate Profile
The ideal candidate will have:
- A minimum of 12 months' experience within a Private Client department.
- Experience assisting with probate and estate administration matters.
- A good understanding of Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and private client procedures.
- Excellent organisational skills with strong attention to detail.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills.
- A professional, compassionate, and client-focused approach.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines.
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office and legal case management systems.
- A proactive attitude and a genuine desire to develop a career in Private Client law.
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Desirable
- A Law degree, GDL, LPC, or current SQE studies.
- Experience preparing inheritance tax documentation.
- Previous experience working directly with private clients.
- Experience within a boutique or high-quality private client practice.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary.
- Exposure to high-quality private client work.
- Direct mentoring from experienced solicitors and partners.
- A supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Genuine opportunities for long-term career progression.
- Modern Central London offices with excellent transport links.
- Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
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If you are an ambitious Private Client Paralegal looking to join a respected London law firm where you can develop your skills and progress your career, we would love to hear from you.
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