Paralegal - Succession & Tax

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• Role: Paralegal
• Team: Succession & Tax
• Location: Southampton
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Why this role matters: This role is central to delivering a high-quality private client service, supporting the management of complex and often high-value matters. Your contribution will help to ensure that clients receive clear, timely, and well-organised legal advice.

You will support fee earners across a broad range of UK private client matters. Your work will help to ensure that matters progress smoothly, deadlines are met, and clients receive a professional and responsive service.

In this role, you’ll:

• Provide paralegal support across a broad range of private client matters including wills, estate planning, probate and estate administration.
• Draft routine legal documents and correspondence under supervision.
• Liaise with clients, families, executors, trustees, financial advisers and other professional contacts.
• Conduct legal research as required to support matters.
• Support fee-earners with general administrative and client-facing tasks.
• Maintain accurate case files and manage documentation in line with regulatory requirements.

• Previous experience as a paralegal is highly desirable but not essential.
• A proven track record of providing high-quality administration support within a legal/professional services environment.
• Previous experience in Private Client matters is advantageous but not essential.
• Strong Word, Excel, Case Management, PDF docs and PowerPoint skills.
• Excellent organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills.
• The ability to deal with highly confidential information with tact and sensitivity.
• Superb attention to detail and accuracy (verbal, written, and numerical).
• The desire to work in a fast-paced, collaborative, and friendly team.
• Located within a commutable distance of Southampton and comfortable with regular office attendance.

At Foot Anstey, we’re committed to making a difference for our people, our clients, and society. Here’s what makes us stand out:

• An ambitious growth strategy that opens up opportunities for our people to make their mark.
• A client base that spans household names, thriving start-ups, and ambitious enterprises.
• A culture built on our values of being refreshingly human, entrepreneurial, inclusive and collaborative.
• A strong focus on being a responsible business with a commitment to sustainability and giving back to our communities.
• Comprehensive professional development and training – whatever your role and level we have training that will support you to achieve your goals.

We believe our people are our greatest asset. That’s why we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your professional growth and personal wellbeing, including:

• Competitive salary and performance-linked bonus.
• Enhanced parental leave policies.
• Private healthcare and wellbeing initiatives (e.g., mental health support, gym memberships).

• Hit the "Apply Now" button.
  • Send us your CV and a quick note on why this role is perfect for you.
  • Our team will review your application and be in touch, whatever the outcome.
• Invited for interview?
  • With a straightforward process typically involving two interviews, our talent acquisition team will guide you through every step, ensuring you feel confident and prepared to show us what you can do.
  • We’re here to support your individual needs. If you require any adaptations or adjustments, we’re more than happy to accommodate these. Before your interview, we’ll contact you to discuss the themes we’ll cover and answer any questions you might have.
  • If you’d like to visit our offices prior to your interview or would like help testing your kit for your virtual interview, just let us know.

Let’s make your next career move the start of something extraordinary.

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Notes:
This description is refined for readability and does not alter the original role content or responsibilities.