Private Client Paralegal
We are looking for a Private Client Paralegal to join our legal firm in Haywards Heath. Please note this position is office-based. As a firm, we encourage further education and will consider sponsoring external training (subject to certain conditions) with a view to appropriate internal advancement.
You will need to be able to hit the ground running and deal with a full caseload of wills, probate, LPAs, and inheritance tax matters as part of this very supportive team. We are looking for highly organised, dedicated individuals who want to assist in growing and driving the department forwards.
The ideal candidate will have 1-5 years PQE, but strong NQ's will be considered. You will be working alongside a very experienced partner and several legal assistants giving you both administrative and expert legal support.
The salary will be competitive and reflect your level of experience.
Responsibilities:
* File opening and closing and ongoing file maintenance.
* Attend clients both in person and on the telephone, providing support in a professional and friendly manner in keeping with the firm’s standards for client care.
* Initial consultation meetings with clients.
* Scanning and filing documents.
* Engrossing documents and sending them to clients for signature.
* Conduct legal research and gather relevant information to support solicitors in case preparation.
The Requirements:
* You will have experience assisting/running your own caseloads.
* You will have a good track record of billings.
* You will have the ability to work towards targets and tight deadlines.
* You will be efficient and well-organised.
* You should have strong client-facing skills.
Schedule:
* Monday to Friday.
* We would consider part-time as well as full-time applicants for this role.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: £20,000.00-£25,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 20 – 35 per week
Benefits:
* Additional leave.
* Casual dress.
* Company pension.
* Employee discount.
Work Location: In person
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