Experienced Private Client Paralegal

• Private Client Solicitor / Fee Earner role with a ready-made, busy caseload
• Hybrid working with strong support and no need to build work from scratch
• Friendly, established team with clear rewards linked to performance

This is an excellent opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor or experienced Fee Earner to join a busy and well-established Cheshire office, stepping straight into a successful, well-managed caseload.

The role suits someone who enjoys handling a broad range of private client matters and wants stability, structure and support, without the pressure of building a caseload from the ground up. 

You’ll be joining a friendly, approachable team where client care is taken seriously, and good work is recognised.

Who we’re looking for

• Solicitor with 1–2 years’ PQE in Private Client work
• OR an experienced Paralegal / Fee Earner already running their own Wills & Probate caseload
• Experience handling Wills, Probate and LPAs independently
• Strong IT skills and confidence working in a paper-light environment
• Comfortable dealing directly with clients and managing matters end-to-end
• Some experience or interest in business development (Desired)
• Exposure to trusts, tax and Court of Protection work (Desired)

What you’ll be doing

• Managing a busy Private Client caseload from instruction to completion
• Handling estate administration, including Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
• Preparing and dealing with IHT, Income Tax and CGT matters
• Drafting Wills and advising on tax mitigation and Deeds of Variation
• Advising on and drafting LPAs and EPAs
• Advising elderly and vulnerable clients and managing financial affairs where required
• Supporting Court of Protection applications and ongoing deputyship matters
• Maintaining high standards of client care and compliance
• Contributing to business development and client relationships where appropriate

Salary & Benefits

• Highly competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Full-time, permanent role
• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working available
• Monthly holiday bonus scheme, earn extra days’ leave for hitting monthly income targets
• Friendly, approachable and well-established Private Client team
• Supportive environment with a well-run caseload already in place

Contact Kelly Reid

Kelly specialises in Private Client and Court of Protection roles across the North West and can give you an honest view on how this opportunity compares to others, particularly if you’re looking for a busy caseload with support, flexibility and genuine recognition for the work you do.