Paralegal – Wills, Trust and Probate

City, Newcastle Upon Tyne
Winn Group
Winn Group , home to _Winn Solicitors, On Medical_ and _On Hire_, is a leading North East business providing nationwide accident management and rehabilitation services for victims of non-fault accidents.

As part of Winn Group’s expansion into new areas of Law, we have an exciting opportunity for a Paralegal to join our newly established Wills, Trust and Probate department.

Benefits

Competitive base salary
Annual salary review
22 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and an added birthday holiday
Three-day bonus holiday for full attendance
Option to buy & sell 5 holidays per year
Additional holidays for long service
Training, development and career progression opportunities
Fully funded recognised training and qualifications
On-site parking subject to availability
Corporate Metro Scheme
Bike to work Scheme
Pension scheme contribution
Company social events
Employee Assistance Confidential Helpline
Death in service insurance (3x salary)
Staff referral bonus scheme
Annual flu jab and eyecare scheme

Job Description:

Your responsibilities will include:

You will be responsible for the effective handling of a caseload of Wills, Trust & Probate related client cases.
Deliver a level of exemplary client care in accordance with SRA regulations and Company standards
Provide excellent, appropriate and timely advice to clients both verbally and in writing in accordance with specific client’s needs/requirements
Advocate on behalf of/Represent clients at court
Instruct counsel where cases dictate that this would be in a client’s best interests
Contribution and participation in departmental business development activities
Complete required tasks accordingly
Contact clients and third parties to chase the return of any outstanding documentation and ensure the progression of matters
Contact Courts regarding any outstanding issues e.g. chasing hearing dates and/or notice of issue
Accurate drafting of legal documents
Issuing Court proceedings to progress files at appropriate times
Ensure the client obtains the appropriate outcome for their case, in accordance with regulations and legislation
Accurate recording of evidence and or data received from clients and other parties within Proclaim
Achieve financial targets and maximise income per case
Ensure disbursements incurred are appropriate for the progression of a case
Maximise the recovery of other Winn Group costs, without compromising the best outcome for the client

The ideal candidate will embody Winn’s Values of Integrity, Respect, Loyalty and Reliability which underpin our mission to be the one stop shop for accident management and rehabilitation

Person Specification:

Ability to handle a caseload of wills, trust and probate related matters with appropriate supervision.
Good knowledge of department systems and procedures.
Ability to work towards shared goals and objectives.
Cooperative and flexible approach
Demonstrate effective communication and good interpersonal skills
Commitment to own personal development
IT literate

If you have not heard from us within four weeks of submitting your CV your application has been unsuccessful.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £19,000.00-£23,000.00 per year

Benefits:
Company pension
On-site parking
Referral programme

Ability to commute/relocate:
Newcastle upon Tyne NE6: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:
Bachelor’s (required)

Work Location: In person