Do you enjoy being part of a busy professional legal team? Multi-accredited Leicestershire law firm seeks a Private Client Legal Assistant/Paralegal on a permanent basis.

Joining a developing private client team in Leicester comprised of a partner and other fee earners, the successful assistant will provide support and assistance on private client matters including wills, probate, and trusts. Due to the hands-on nature of this position, previous experience supporting either a private client fee earner or department will be essential. To put you forward for this position, we require your ideal salary, location, and notice period.

Responsibilities may include:

Diary management

Conducting legal research  

Liaising with clients and other professionals

Drafting and amending documentation and correspondence

File opening, archiving and retrieval

Using the case management system to update client matters

Will and LPO drafting

Day-to-day administration of estates

The Candidate

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in private client supporting a department or individual fee earners

A strong communicator both written and verbally

Demonstrates a willingness to learn and develop

Able to manage and prioritise a high-intensity workload

Personable,professional and strives for high standards in their work

Highly organised with excellent attention to detail

The Firm

Our client is a multi-accredited law firm with strong roots and an excellent reputation for high-quality work combined with a client-focused approach. Headed up by a team of partners with over 100 years of combined expertise, they can advise on a broad range of legal services both in the UK and overseas. Recognising that their employees are their best asset, they have strong staff retention and are noted for being a firm where their staff can develop rewarding careers.

Benefits

Salary: £25k dependent on experience

Career progression

Friendly, supportive working environment

Competitive benefits package

Legal Assistant/Paralegal – Private Client

For further information or to apply for this legal assistant/paralegal opportunity, please click "apply" or contact Simon on (phone number removed) quoting reference SS36405