Private Client Paralegal
- Build your own caseload and relationships in a friendly, trusted team
- Opportunity to shape the growth of the department
- Full-time role with monthly holiday bonus scheme
This is a great opportunity for a Private Client Paralegal with around 3+ years’ experience who’s looking for more autonomy, greater variety, and the chance to really grow something of their own.
You’ll inherit a small, high-quality caseload and have the freedom to develop your own network of referrers and introducers. You’ll be part of a well-established and genuinely approachable team, working from the firm’s Greater Manchester offices and helping to take the Private Client offering to the next level.
This isn’t an urgent hire, the firm is focused on finding the right person who shares their values and long-term vision.
Who we’re looking for
- Experienced Private Client Paralegal with at least 3 years’ relevant experience
- Confident handling wills, LPAs and probate matters with minimal supervision
- Comfortable working independently and managing own files
- Friendly, client-focused and professional
- Experience working in a paper-light or digital-first environment
- Good IT skills and strong attention to detail
- Bonus: any existing IFA or referral contacts you can bring
What you’ll be doing
- Manage a small caseload of wills, probate and LPAs
- Deliver excellent client service across all matters
- Take an active role in developing the department through business development and networking
- Build new relationships with local referrers to grow your caseload
- Work closely with colleagues across other departments to support cross-referrals
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
- Location: Based at a Greater Manchester office
- Hours: Full time, Monday to Friday, 9:00–17:15
- Holiday: 25 days plus bank holidays
- Holiday bonus scheme: Earn extra days based on monthly income targets
- Team culture: Friendly, stable, and supportive
- Position: Permanent
If you’re looking for a role with long-term growth potential, autonomy, and the chance to make a real impact in a collaborative private client team, this could be the perfect next step for you.
Contact Kelly Reid
Call 03300 245 606 or email kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply confidentially.
Key details
Salary
£40,000 - £50,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-37138-3

Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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