Job Description
Paralegal / Fee Earner - Private ClientLocation: BrightonSalary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Are you an experienced Private Client Paralegal or Fee Earner looking to take the next step in your legal career?Our client, a respected and inclusive law firm, is seeking a dedicated Private Client Paralegal or Fee Earner to join their friendly and diverse team in their centrally located Brighton office.
About the Role:
This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive Private Client department with a varied caseload. You will assist with and, where appropriate, manage matters relating to:
* Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
* Estate administration
* Drafting inheritance tax forms and estate accounts
* Liaising with clients and third parties with professionalism and sensitivity
About You:
You may be an experienced Legal Assistant, a Paralegal, or currently studying CILEx with demonstrable experience in private client work. The ideal candidate will have:
* Practical experience preparing Wills and LPAs
* The ability to manage estate administration with limited supervision
* Experience drafting HMRC forms and estate accounts
* A proactive and client-focused approach
* A willingness to develop skills in handling more complex estates and potentially manage your own files under supervision
Why Apply?
* Excellent salary, reflective of experience and expertise
* Clear career progression pathways with ongoing training and mentorship
* Hybrid working model to support work-life balance
* Outstanding benefits package, including pension, generous holiday entitlement, and wellbeing initiatives
* A supportive and inclusive work culture that values your growth
* The chance to be part of a forward-thinking, client-focused firm that genuinely values diversity
For immediate consideration Apply now!