* Paralegal – Private Client
* Sevenoaks
* Full time & permanent role
* Hybrid working 2 days a week
* £28,000 - £30,000
*Please note, this role isn’t suitable for candidates that are wanting to complete the SQE*
A reputable law firm in Sevenoaks and well ranked in the legal directories are looking for a Paralegal to join their Private Client team, who are one of the largest Private Client Advisory teams in the East of England.
Responsibilities
* Drafting & amending documents such as; Wills, Powers of Attorney, Trust Deeds and Probate applications
* Working with the fee earners to ensure that all matters are progressing, clients are kept updated and relevant documentation is produced to meet expected deadlines
* Undertaking some fee earning responsibilities under supervision
* Managing diaries for allocated fee earners, this will include making appointments, arranging meetings/conferences and sending/responding to invites
* Processing expense claims, payment requisitions and returned advances
* Dealing with new client forms, new matter forms and money laundering documents
* Ensuring electronic and paper-based filing is kept up to date
* Preparing of narratives and bills and keeping billing files up to date
* Other general administrative tasks as required
The Candidate
* Previous experience as a paralegal or legal assistant in a private client team is required
* You will be proficient in Word, Outlook, Excel and have experience using legal software
* Previous experience with Isokon will be beneficial
* Accurate typing skills with a speed of at least 50WPM
* You must possess a high level of organisational skills with excellent attention to detail, good initiative and the ability to prioritise tasks.
* You will be positive and professional, work well under pressure and able to work independently and as part of a team.
* Remain calm under pressure to meet deadlines