Private Client Paralegal

Job Title: Private Client Paralegal
Location: Towcester
Salary: Competitive (DOE)
Type: Permanent, Full-Time

We are delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm in Towcester, who are looking to appoint an experienced Private Client Paralegal to join their friendly and supportive team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with solid Private Client experience who is looking to further develop their career within a collaborative and professional environment. You will play a key role in supporting the department, managing client interactions and progressing a varied caseload.

Key Responsibilities

• Drafting Wills, including more complex cases involving property trusts and multiple beneficiaries
• Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
• Assisting with Estate Administration matters from instruction through to completion
• Supporting the preparation of Estate Accounts
• Managing day-to-day file administration and ensuring matters progress efficiently
• Liaising with clients, providing a professional and empathetic service
• Supporting fee earners and the Head of Department with casework and administration
• Contributing to marketing initiatives where appropriate

The Ideal Candidate

• Minimum of 2-3 years' experience within a Private Client Paralegal role
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate work
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Proactive, reliable and able to hit the ground running

Desirable

• Experience supporting complex estates or high-value matters
• Previous exposure to a busy, client-focused legal environment

Benefits & Package

• Full-time position, Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (1-hour lunch between 12:00pm - 2:00pm)
• 23 days' paid holiday plus Bank Holidays, with an additional 5 days unpaid leave available
• 3 days of annual leave to be reserved for the Christmas period
• Holiday year runs January to December
• 3-month probation period with 1 week's notice during probation, increasing to 1 month thereafter
• Life insurance and Health Shield cash plan upon successful completion of probation
• Pension scheme with 4% employer contribution (Royal London or equivalent)