Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Location: Wiltshire

Working Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM

Salary: Negotiable (Dependent on Experience)

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal to join our client's team. The successful candidate will assist a fee earner in managing a varied caseload, ensuring the highest level of client care and service.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the fee earner with day-to-day tasks related to private client matters.
• Manage and organize client files, ensuring all documents are properly filed and accessible.
• Draft and prepare legal documents, correspondence, and other materials as required.
• Conduct legal research to support ongoing cases.
• Liaise with clients, both in person and over the phone, providing updates and answering queries.
• Arrange and manage appointments, meetings, and other engagements for the fee earner.
• Assist with the administration of estates, including obtaining grants of probate and letters of administration.
• Prepare and process wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Handle confidential and sensitive information with the utmost discretion.

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a legal assistant or paralegal within a private client department.
• Strong organisational skills with an ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Proficiency in using legal research tools and Microsoft Office applications.
• Attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in all work.
• A proactive and self-motivated approach to work.
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Professional demeanour and a commitment to providing excellent client service.

Vacancy Reference Number: 36708

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