Wills and Estate Planning Paralegal / Will Writer

Recruitment Agency: Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency

Client: Co-op Legal Services

Location: Remote, UK-wide (or on-site at Co-op offices if preferred)

Job ID: 1062879

Job Category: Legal

Hours per week: 37.5 hours (Full-Time, Permanent)

Closing Date: 31-07-2026

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000 dependent on experience, plus excellent benefits (Work Level 6B)

About the Role

Are you an experienced will writer or estate planning paralegal looking for an exciting opportunity to build a rewarding legal career? Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Co-op Legal Services to recruit a dedicated Wills and Estate Planning Paralegal / Will Writer on a remote, UK-wide basis!

In this vital role, you will help people plan for the future with care and confidence. You’ll proactively engage with clients, manage their estate planning cases from start to finish, and draft accurate wills, powers of attorney, and other essential documentation. Co-op Legal Services is passionate about developing talent, offering internal trainee solicitor programmes (with a bias towards estate planning) and clear pathways for career progression.

Working Pattern: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week. Fully remote across the UK, or based on-site at Co-op offices if preferred.

Key Responsibilities

Document & Will Drafting: Write wills of various complexities, powers of attorney, and other estate planning documentation, ensuring all paperwork is accurate and professionally written.
Client Communication: Communicate effectively with clients and external partners via phone and written channels throughout each case.
Case Management: Manage an incoming caseload of varying complexities, working toward successful completions while achieving billing and productivity targets.
Compliance & Records: Accurately maintain client records and correspondence on internal systems, ensuring adherence to all compliance and regulatory standards.

What We Are Looking For

Drafting Experience: Previous experience of drafting wills across a range of complexities (including technically complex estate planning matters), taking client instructions, and advising clients on estate planning.
Case Management Experience: Proven experience of managing cases of varying complexities while achieving productivity and billing targets.
Customer Focus: The ability to build positive relationships, a passion for providing outstanding customer service, and high levels of empathy and communication.
Attention to Detail: A meticulous eye for detail with strong organizational and prioritization skills to manage your own caseload.

Why Join Through Supportive Bridge?

When you join the team through Co-op, you aren't just taking a job—you're joining a purpose-powered movement that puts people and communities first. Alongside a competitive salary of £25,000 to £28,000, you will receive an exceptional benefits package:

Career Growth & Training: Coaching, training, study leave, and structured development opportunities (including internal trainee solicitor programmes).
Financial Perks: Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions, annual incentive scheme (up to 10% after probation), and discounts on Co-op products and services.
Time Off: 28 days of holiday plus bank holidays, rising to 32 days in line with service.
Health & Wellbeing: Free support for your mental, physical, and financial wellbeing.

Equal Opportunities & Accessibility

Diversity and inclusion are central to this workplace. Applications are welcomed from everyone, and the company is proud to be part of the Disability Confident scheme, offering interviews to disabled candidates who meet the minimum criteria. Adjustments can be fully supported throughout the recruitment process if needed.