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Paralegal / Private Client
Bexleyheath (near Dartford)to £30k + Benefits
We are currently looking for a Paralegal to join our clients team. This role will be based at their Bexleyheath office, however it will involve travelling between 2 other offices around Dartford and Orpington.
Must have some experience working within a busy Private Client department and must have at least 12 months of experience will drafting / writing and Lasting Powers of Attorney experience and a proven track record of managing a caseload and meeting client and business expectations
Duties
The role includes but is not limited to the following:
- To take instructions from clients at the office by prior appointment in relation to straightforward Wills.
- Following the appointment, to prepare, explain and submit draft documents for approval as quickly as possible - ideally on the same day or within 24 hours.
- To present the firm's account promptly and to secure immediate settlement.
- To ensure that all enquiries outside the scope of "Easywill", involving complex trusts, IHT advice etc, are referred to senior members of the Private Client team.
- To advise in relation to Lasting Powers of Attorney and to preparation and registration following signature.
The Candidate
- Pleasant and courteous manner
- Efficient and co-operative attitude
- Diligent and conscientious approach to work
- Ability to work unsupervised
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills
- PC literacy
- Accurate keyboard skills
- A law degree/LPC desired, although not essential
- Must be able to travel between the clients 3 offices.
Hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 5.30pm with a one hour break for lunch.
Benefits include; Competitive salary, 25 days holiday plus a day off for birthday, pension scheme, employee assistance programme, optional healthcare cashback scheme, cycle to work scheme, regular social events, free eye tests and staff discounts on our legal services along with a family and friends referral scheme.
If you are interested and have relevant experience please apply asap, thank you.
