Private Client Caseworker / Paralegal / Solicitor
Location: Hayes, West London (Office-based only)
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time considered
Salary: Dependent on experience and ability
Strictly No Agencies
About Us
Aaryan Solicitors is a busy and growing law firm based in Hayes, West London. We undertake a broad range of legal work including Probate and Private Client matters, Immigration, Litigation, and Family work.
We are seeking a motivated and capable individual with prior UK probate/private client experience to join our office-based team. This role is suitable for a Private Client Caseworker, Paralegal or Junior Solicitor who is confident managing matters with appropriate supervision and is looking to develop further within a hands-on legal practice.
The Role
The successful candidate will primarily deal with Probate and Private Client matters, while also gaining exposure to wider litigation, family and immigration work undertaken by the firm.
The role will involve:
- Managing probate and estate administration files with supervision as required
- Preparing probate applications and liaising with HMCTS, HMRC, banks and financial institutions
- Drafting legal correspondence and dealing with client enquiries
- Preparing and assisting with inheritance tax forms including IHT205 and IHT400
- Obtaining and reviewing estate information and supporting documentation
- Handling file management, compliance checks and case progression
- Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, courts and third parties in a professional manner
- Assisting with wider legal matters handled by the firm where required
Experience Required
Minimum 1 year UK private client/probate experience required
Experience dealing with probate applications and estate administration is essential
Experience with HMRC inheritance tax forms and estate documentation is highly desirable
Candidates must be able to manage their workload efficiently and progress matters proactively
Strong written and spoken English is essential
The successful candidate should be organised, reliable, detail-oriented and capable of working in a busy office environment.
Important Information
This is a fully office-based role in Hayes, West London. Remote or hybrid working is not available.
Due to the nature of the work and file handling requirements, candidates must be comfortable working from the office on a day-to-day basis.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted through Indeed.
As part of your application, please briefly explain:
- Your experience with probate applications; and
- Any experience you have dealing with HMRC inheritance tax forms including IHT205 and/or IHT400.
Shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a brief drafting exercise as part of the interview process.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Application question(s):
- In approximately 100–150 words, please summarise your experience working within a UK law firm and explain why you are interested in this role.
- Please briefly explain your experience with probate applications and HMRC inheritance tax forms (including IHT205 and/or IHT400 if applicable)
- Have you managed or progressed your own caseload or matters with supervision?
- This is a fully office-based role in Hayes, West London. Please confirm your notice period; and whether you are able to work from the office.
Work Location: In person
