We are looking for a motivated and eager-to-learn individual to join Talbots as a Paralegal. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career in the legal field, with a particular focus on Probate, Wills, Trusts, and Estates.
As a Paralegal, you will support our Lawyers in the Trust and Estates team. Your role will include assisting with typing, legal administration, and general administrative tasks on a variety of client matters, all while developing your knowledge and skills in a supportive environment.
Who are Talbots Law?
An employee-owned, full-service law firm built on a rich heritage dating back to 1828.
Today, we operate across 18 offices in the West Midlands, Staffordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire, delivering expert legal services to individuals, families and businesses.
We deliver legal services in conveyancing, wills and probate, and family law, through to commercial law, employment, litigation and more. As an employee-owned firm, every member of our team has a stake in our success, which fosters a culture of collaboration, ownership and client-centred service.
At Talbots, our employees belong to an inclusive and supportive community where everyone has a voice. They contribute their skills and expertise to meaningful work that makes an impact. They thrive in an environment that fosters growth, innovation and wellbeing.
What do we offer?
- Competitive salaries with annual review.
- Annual tax-free* profit-share.
- 25 days holiday + birthday + ex-gratia day + UK Bank Holidays + long service awards.
- Company salary-sacrifice pension scheme (4% from Talbots: 4% from employees).
- Group Life Insurance (3 x annual salary).
- Enhanced Company Sick Pay.
- Salary Extras benefits scheme
- Medicash Health Cash Plan.
- Financial Health & Wellbeing Provision.
- Bank of Talbots (Annual employee credit for legal fees).
- Salary Sacrifice schemes.
What does the job involve?
- Supporting clients with professionalism and empathy across calls, emails, and other channels.
- Drafting wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs), probate applications, and estate administration documents.
- Managing client files through our SOS case management system.
- Assisting with estate administration, including liquidation of assets and distributions.
- Maintaining compliance with SRA, Lexcel, and Law Society Quality Standards.
What do you need?
- A minimum of 6-12 months of experience within private client administration
- A passion for delivering exceptional client care with effective communication skills.
- Confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office.
- A proactive, organised, and detail-focused approach to work.
- A collaborative mindset and a drive to keep learning.