Salary: £35,000-£42,000 DOE
Hours: Full Time | Permanent
Are you an organised, compassionate and detail‑driven legal professional looking to progress your career in Private Client work? Our client, a respected and long‑established firm in Aberdeenshire, is seeking a motivated Private Client Paralegal to join their growing team.
About the Role
As a Private Client Paralegal, you will play a key role in supporting solicitors across a varied and rewarding caseload. You'll handle matters such as wills, powers of attorney, executries and trusts - taking files from initial instruction through to completion with professionalism, accuracy and empathy.
Key Responsibilities
Managing your own caseload of Private Client matters with appropriate supervision
Drafting legal documentation including wills, powers of attorney and executry inventories
Supporting fee earners with trust management and lifetime planning work
Managing client communication sensitively and professionally
Ensuring files are compliant, organised and maintained to a high standard
Providing wider administrative and legal support within the department
About You
Experience in a Private Client paralegal or legal support role (executry experience highly advantageous)
Strong drafting skills and excellent attention to detail
Confident managing your own workload and juggling priorities
Professional, empathetic and able to support clients during sensitive situations
Knowledge of wills, powers of attorney, trusts and executries
A reliable, discreet and collaborative team‑player committed to excellent client care
What's in It for You?
28 days annual leave
Private healthcare
Flexible working possible
Supportive and welcoming team environment
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Salary description
£35000.00 - £43000.00 per year