Senior Paralegal – Private Client (10+ yrs experience)

About the role

This is a senior, full‑time position within a busy private client department in Milton Keynes. You will support solicitors and partners while handling a diverse range of private client matters with a high degree of autonomy.

Key responsibilities

• Provide day‑to‑day support to solicitors and partners on private client matters.
• Manage a varied caseload that includes wills, estate planning, probate, lasting powers of attorney and trust administration.
• Draft and review legal documents such as wills and powers of attorney.
• Administer estates and trusts, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation.
• Liaise directly with clients, delivering high‑quality client care and maintaining confidentiality.

Required profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a private client paralegal role.
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, probate and estate administration.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage a busy 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 preparation
• Probate handling
• Estate administration
• Trust administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney

What we offer

• Competitive remuneration package
• Clear career progression opportunities