Part-Time Paralegal -Private Client (temp to perm)

Part-Time Paralegal -Private Client (temp to perm) Location: Guildford + free parking on site/ walking distance from the stationHours: 22.5 hours per week (flexibility on days) Salary: £14-16 per hour (DOE) PLUS 20 days holiday + bank holidays, Private medical insurance, Gym membership discounts, Pension scheme, Enhanced maternity pay + So much more!

Overview:

Are you a detail-driven Paralegal or Legal Executive with a passion for Private Client work?

Our client, a dynamic, inclusive, and well-respected law firm in Guildford is looking for a motivated legal professional to join their supportive Private Client team on a part-time basis.

You will play a key role in helping solicitors deliver an exceptional service to clients across a broad range of matters, including wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and lasting powers of attorney. If you enjoy meaningful client interaction and work that truly makes a difference, this could be the role for you.

Responsibilities:

As a Part Time Paralegal in the Private Client department, you will:

• Support the administration of estates from initial instruction to distribution
• Prepare applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
• Collect and value estate assets and liabilities
• Assist with Inheritance Tax returns (IHT205 and IHT400)
• draught basic Wills and codicils for review
• Prepare and register Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Handle client enquiries and maintain sensitive conversations with professionalism
• Conduct client due diligence and manage compliance with SRA requirements
• Prepare completion statements and bills

Requirements:

Essential (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• Previous experience in a Private Client department preferred
• Strong understanding of wills, probate, and estate administration processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High level of accuracy, organisation, and attention to detail
• Ability to handle sensitive matters with discretion and empathy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and case management systems

Desirable (Knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience):

• Experience with trust administration and documentation
• Familiarity with SRA Accounts Rules
• Previous exposure to client care and communication in a legal context

Technologies:

• Microsoft Office Suite
• Case management systems

How to apply

Are you ready to take the next step in your career? If you are enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a supportive team, we want to hear from you! Please apply today or email to discuss the role further!

Office Angels is an employment agency. We are an equal opportunities employer who put expertise, energy, and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. We do this by showcasing their talents, skills and unique experience in an inclusive environment that helps them thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

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