Private Client Paralegal (Inverness)

Inverness Permanent £30,000 - £50,000 per year View Job Description
Our client is looking for a Private Client Paralegal
  • Inverness
  • hybrid

About Our Client

A law firm

Job Description



  • Drafting and preparing wills, powers of attorney, and guardianship applications.


  • Assisting with the administration of estates, including applying for Confirmation, liaising with executors and beneficiaries, and collecting/distributing assets.


  • Supporting the team in managing trusts and related documentation.


  • Conducting legal research, preparing client correspondence, and maintaining accurate case files.


  • Communicating with clients, beneficiaries, financial institutions, HMRC, and the Office of the Public Guardian (Scotland).


  • Assisting solicitors in more complex matters and providing general case management support.


  • Ensuring compliance with all relevant legal, regulatory, and professional standards (including Law Society of Scotland rules).


  • Maintaining confidentiality and handling sensitive information with professionalism and discretion



The Successful Applicant



  • Strong knowledge of Scottish private client law and practice (wills, executries, powers of attorney, etc.).


  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.


  • Proficient in using case management systems and Microsoft Office.


  • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.



Desirable:



  • Paralegal qualification accredited by the Law Society of Scotland.


  • Experience working in a busy legal team handling high volumes of private client work.


  • Familiarity with Inheritance Tax forms and estate accounting procedures.

What's on Offer

A competitive salary, hybrid working and great working environment

Contact
Victoria Natillo
Quote job ref
JN-062025-6758153
Phone number
+44 131 243 2919

Job summary

Job function
Legal
Subsector
Private Client
Sector
Business Services
Location
Inverness
Contract type
Permanent
Consultant name
Victoria Natillo
Consultant phone
+44 131 243 2919
Job reference
JN-062025-6758153