qed legal
Private Client Paralegal | Legal 500 | Hybrid/ Flexible Working
York | Hybrid Working Available
£28,000 – £38,000 DOE + Benefits
QED Legal is recruiting on behalf of a leading regional law firm seeking a Private Client Paralegal to join its expanding Wills, Estates & Tax Planning team in York.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly regarded private client department handling a broad range of estate planning and administration matters, including high-value and complex estates.
The role offers genuine opportunities for development and would suit an ambitious paralegal looking to further their career within a supportive and well-resourced team.
Working alongside experienced Private Client Solicitors and senior fee earners, you will assist with a varied caseload involving wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, and powers of attorney.
The successful candidate will gain exposure to high-quality work while benefiting from ongoing support, mentoring, and opportunities to develop their technical expertise.
- Assisting with the administration of estates from initial instruction through to completion
- Preparing applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
- Drafting Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney under supervision
- Supporting fee earners with trust and estate administration matters
- Liaising with clients, financial institutions, and third parties
- Preparing correspondence and legal documentation
- Maintaining accurate file management and case records
- Providing high levels of client care throughout the matter lifecycle
- Previous experience within a Private Client team
- Experience assisting with probate and estate administration matters
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Professional and client-focused approach
- Ability to manage competing priorities effectively
- Desire to develop a long-term career within Private Client law
The firm would be particularly interested in speaking with candidates who are studying towards, or considering, further professional qualifications such as CILEX, STEP, or SQE routes.
- Competitive salary package (£28,000 – £38,000 DOE)
- Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- Exposure to high-quality private client work
- Structured training and development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Long-term career progression prospects
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Wellbeing initiatives and employee support programmes
QED Legal's client is a highly regarded regional practice with an excellent reputation for private client work. The firm combines high-quality legal services with a supportive culture and a genuine commitment to employee development, making it an attractive environment for ambitious legal professionals looking to build their careers.
For further information or a confidential discussion, please contact Eoghan at QED Legal Recruitment Ltd.
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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