Private Client Wills/Probate Paralegal
- Recruiter
- Thornton Legal
- Location
- England, Merseyside, Liverpool
- Salary
- £18000 - £22000 per annum
- Posted
- 03 Feb 2017
- Closes
- 03 Mar 2017
- Ref
- NT4000
- Contact
- Nick Tappin
- Job Title
- Paralegal
- Practice Area
- Wills & Probate
- PQE Level
- NQ
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Our client is a multi-office full service law firm based on Merseyside/Lancashire.
They have an experienced and long standing private client department undertaking a full spectrum of private client services from routine wills and probate to complicated high net worth succession planning to care of the elderly, Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection matters.
They are looking to recruit a Paralegal with upwards of 12 months' worth of general private client experience to work within its 4-lawyer strong private client team.
Work will consist of all assisting on all manner of private client work and would suit a good all-rounder to deal with a range of issues including will drafting, probate, lasting powers of attorney and some Court of Protection work.
The successful applicant would be joining an expert team of dedicated and knowledgeable lawyers.
You will also be given the opportunity to progress your own career in a friendly and supportive environment. Extra training available.
To be considered for this role you will have the following experience, knowledge, skills, and attributes;
- Paralegal or Legal Executive with good quality private client experience
- Ability to assist fee earners in general private client work
- Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills
- Experienced and proficient in the use of case management systems
- Ability to work to tight deadlines and under own initiative
In return:
Joining this thriving firm, you'll be encouraged to develop your career further whilst utilising your expertise within a professional and productive working environment.
Salary: In excess of £20,000 for the right candidate
Additional Benefits include: 26 days' holiday, free parking, generous pension.
If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply through the advert or contact Nick Tappin at Thornton Legal directly. All applications treated in strictest confidence.
Up to £500 paid in vouchers for successful referrals. Terms and conditions apply, please ask for details.
PQE and salary levels are for guidance only. All applications demonstrating the skills necessary to fulfil the role will be considered.
Thornton Legal has strong relationships with law firms of all sizes and specialisms, and helps build the careers of Solicitors and Paralegals across a broad range of experience levels. The team has over 20 years combined legal and recruitment experience with Nick qualifying as a Solicitor in 2003 and Joe working in the recruitment industry since 2005.