Executry Paralegal

Job Title: Executry Paralegal

Location: Edinburgh (Office-Based)

Working Pattern: 9am - 5pm, Monday to Friday (1 hour lunch)

Salary: Competitive

Reports To: Senior Executry Paralegal

Your Role:

Independently manage executry caseloads, providing expert client support.

Why You Should Apply:

• Manage your own diverse executry caseloads.


• Competitive salary and structured work-life balance.


• Meaningful role supporting clients during sensitive times.


• Collaborative and supportive professional environment.


• Opportunities for skill enhancement and career development.


• Comprehensive benefits package:
  
  
  
  • 25 days holiday + 8 public holidays (increasing with service).
  
  
  • Salary sacrifice pension scheme.
  
  
  • Group Life Assurance & Income Protection.
  
  
  • Employee Assistance Programme.
  
  
  • Performance management & career planning.
  
  
  • Firm-funded social events.
  
  
  
  

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer testate and intestate executries.


• Proactively manage caseloads and provide excellent client service.


• Communicate with executors and third parties.


• Calculate and apply inheritance tax exemptions and reliefs.


• Complete HMRC inheritance tax forms and prepare executry accounts.


• Handle legal rights calculations.


• Maintain accurate records on the document management system.


• Adhere to firm policies.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Relevant legal qualification (Law Society of Scotland Accredited Paralegal preferred).


• Minimum 5 years' executry experience.


• Strong understanding of inheritance tax and legal rights.


• Excellent communication and organizational skills.


• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.


• Proficient in Microsoft Office. �


• Strong attention to detail.