Wills and Probate Paralegal

Wills & Probate Paralegal - Sheffield

Salary: Competitive (dependent on experience)
Location: Sheffield (office-based with potential for some flexibility)

We''re looking for an organised and personable Wills & Probate Paralegal to join a friendly and supportive private client team in Sheffield. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career in private client law, working on a wide variety of matters and dealing directly with clients at sensitive times in their lives.

• Assisting solicitors and fee earners with a broad range of Wills, Probate, Trusts and Estate Administration matters

• Drafting Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, and associated documentation under supervision

• Preparing estate accounts and dealing with HMRC for inheritance tax returns

• Managing files from initial instruction through to completion, ensuring deadlines are met

• Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, executors, and other professionals in a compassionate and professional manner

• Conducting legal research and maintaining accurate file records

We''re looking for someone who is:

• Experienced as a Paralegal or Legal Assistant in a Wills & Probate / Private Client department (or with strong transferable skills from another legal area)

• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and excellent written/verbal communication skills

• Able to work independently and manage a busy caseload under supervision

• Professional, empathetic, and discreet when dealing with sensitive client matters

• A supportive working environment within a respected Sheffield practice

• Direct exposure to a varied caseload of Wills, Probate and Estate Administration work

• Opportunities for further training and career progression in Private Client law

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)

If this position sounds of interest to you please contact Steph at Simpson Judge for a confidential ocnversation