Private Client Paralegal/Secretary in Huddersfield

Eventus Legal is looking for a skilled and professional Private Client Paralegal/Assistant to join an award winning, reputable, and highly respected legal firm based in Huddersfield town centre, West Yorkshire. This is a full time, permanent position offering a competitive salary of up to £27,000, you will not only work with experienced and competent lawyers and legal advisors, but will also enjoy a range of excellent employee benefits, including a minimum 24 days holiday + Bank Holidays, access to buying/selling holidays, Life Insurance, Pension, additional Christmas holidays, Perkbox, electric car scheme and hybrid working flexibility.

Role Responsibilities:

• Providing proactive and comprehensive administrative and legal support to fee earners across a broad range of Private Client matters.
• Drafting and preparation of Wills, ensuring accuracy and attention to client instructions.
• Assisting with Probate applications and the full estate administration process, from initial instruction through to distribution.
• Supporting on Court of Protection matters, including deputyship applications and ongoing administration.
• Assisting with the creation and administration of Trusts.
• Preparing and processing Lasting Powers of Attorney, including registration with the relevant authorities.
• Managing and maintaining client files efficiently, including opening and closing files, ensuring compliance with internal procedures and regulatory requirements, and keeping accurate and up-to-date records.
• Acting as a key point of contact for clients, handling enquiries in a professional, empathetic, and confidential manner.
• Liaising regularly with third parties such as financial institutions, medical professionals, HM Courts & Tribunals Service, and other legal representatives to progress matters effectively.
• Drafting a wide range of correspondence and legal documentation, ensuring clarity, accuracy, and adherence to firm standards, under appropriate supervision.
• Supporting fee earners with diary management, appointment scheduling, and general administrative tasks to ensure the smooth running of the department.

Person Specification:

• Excellent problem solving skills and strong administrative abilities.
• Ability to demonstrate empathy and sensitivity and communicate effectively.
• Previous experience within a Private Client support role, with a solid understanding of relevant processes and terminology.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workloads, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain a high level of professionalism and a strong client focused approach.
• Confidence in working both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits and Rewards:

• Salary in the region of £27,000 (DOE).
• Minimum of 24 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.
• Birthday holiday and additional days at Christmas.
• Buy/Sell holidays – Option to buy or sell annual leave each year.
• Company pension - 4% Employer/5% Employee with the option to make additional contributions.
• Life Assurance - 3 x Annual Salary.
• Perkbox Membership.
• Hybrid working considered.

About the company:

Established in the late 1990’s, this firm is a multi-award winning organisation with a successful team of experienced solicitor and fee earners who assist and support businesses and individuals to navigate complex legal matters with clarity, integrity, and a personal touch. Located in Huddersfield town centre, West Yorkshire with easy transport links. They provide legal advice and cover corporate law, employment, property, dispute resolution and family matters and pride themselves on offering practical solutions and a personalised and tailored approach to their clients’ needs. This entrepreneurial, friendly and professional firm began through the merger of local law practices and demonstrates continuous year over year expansion and growth. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.