Experienced Private Client Paralegal

About the role

This is a senior-level opportunity for an experienced private client paralegal to join a supportive team in Birmingham. You will work closely with solicitors and partners, handling a diverse private client portfolio with a high degree of autonomy.

Key responsibilities

• Support solicitors and partners on private client matters.
• Manage a busy caseload covering wills, probate, estate administration, trusts and lasting powers of attorney.
• Draft and review legal documents such as wills and powers of attorney.
• Administer trusts and oversee estate administration processes.
• Provide client liaison and ensure high standards of client care.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a private client department.
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate and estate administration.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage a demanding workload.
• Excellent communication and client‑care skills, especially with elderly or vulnerable clients.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Required skills

• Wills drafting
• Probate administration
• Trust administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Opportunities for genuine career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.