Private Client Paralegal

Clear Legal & Financial RecruitmentBedfordreedfoilsithe 05/06/2026

An established and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Private Client Paralegal to join its busy Private Client department in Bedford. This is an excellent opportunity for a paralegal looking to further develop their career within a supportive team handling a broad range of private client matters. The Role You will provide support to fee earners and assist with a varied caseload including:

  • Wills
  • Probate and Estate Administration
  • Lasting Powers of Attorney
  • Trusts
  • Inheritance Tax Planning

Responsibilities will include:

  • Drafting legal documents and correspondence
  • Preparing probate and estate administration paperwork
  • Liaising with clients, beneficiaries and third parties
  • Managing files and maintaining case management systems
  • Assisting with the progression of matters from instruction through to completion
  • Supporting fee earners with day-to-day case management

Requirements

  • Previous experience within a Private Client department
  • Knowledge of Wills, Probate, LPAs and Estate Administration
  • Strong organisational and administrative skills
  • Excellent communication and client care abilities
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines
  • Experience using case management systems would be advantageous

Benefits

  • Hybrid working
  • Bonus scheme
  • Company pension
  • Death in Service benefit
  • Healthcare and wellbeing programme
  • Employee discount scheme
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Excellent long-term career progression opportunities

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.