Experienced Private Client Paralegal
- Step into a busy, well-managed caseload with plenty of work ready to go
- Broad private client role with real autonomy and no micro-management
- Friendly, approachable team with hybrid working and strong long-term stability
Some private client roles promise variety but end up heavily weighted toward one type of work.
Here, you’ll genuinely handle the full spectrum, from wills and probate through to trusts, LPAs and Court of Protection matters, within a busy and established team that already has strong workflows and consistent demand.
The firm is looking for a an Experienced Private Client Paralegal to join their Leigh office. You’ll inherit a successful existing caseload from day one, with plenty of autonomy and support where needed.
This would suit someone who enjoys running their own files, wants trust and flexibility, and prefers a down-to-earth environment over a corporate or heavily managed culture.
Who we’re looking for
- Experienced Private Client Paralegal
- Experience running your own wills and probate caseload
- Broad private client experience desirable, including trusts, LPAs and probate
- Strong IT skills and comfortable working in a paper-light environment
- Organised, proactive and able to work independently
- Someone who enjoys autonomy and managing their own workload
What you’ll be doing
- Managing a varied private client caseload
- Handling probate and estate administration matters
- Drafting wills and advising on tax mitigation
- Preparing LPAs and Court of Protection applications
- Advising elderly and vulnerable clients
- Supporting business development activity where appropriate
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary depending on experience
- Hybrid working
- 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Monthly holiday bonus scheme
- Friendly and approachable team culture
- Busy caseload with strong long-term work pipeline
- Full-time permanent role
Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Key details
Salary
£35,000 - £45,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-58697-7
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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