Paralegal – Trusts, Tax

Ampa - Legal & Professional Services

Junior Paralegal supporting the Trusts & Tax team with trust registrations and HMRC processes. Offering structured training and progression into more technical responsibilities over time.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeLewes • 🇬🇧 United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Prepare and submit trust registrations, updates and closures
Maintain and update internal TRS tracking systems and spreadsheets
Monitor deadlines and ensure compliance with HMRC requirements
Liaise with executors, trustees and clients to obtain required information
Handle HMRC processes including:
Submitting 64‑8 agent authorisations
Liaising with HMRC by telephone and correspondence
Following up on outstanding queries and responses
Drafting penalty appeals
Ensure accurate record‑keeping and filing of all HMRC communications
Assist with preparation of basic tax returns (training provided), including:
Rental income
Basic trust accounts information
Gather and organise information from client files
Input and maintain data within systems such as Digita
Progressively develop skills toward more complex tax return work over time
Support efficient workflows across TRS and tax processes
Assist in implementing and maintaining standardised processes and systems
Work closely with senior team members to ensure accuracy and compliance
Contribute to improving turnaround times and service delivery
Liaising with internal / external clients and investment firms for outstanding information
Direct supervision from Tax & Trust team leads (e.g. Verity Wears)
Technical oversight and quality control from senior specialists within the team
Structured training and development pathway aligned to role progression

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent organisational and time‑management skills
Ability to follow processes and work methodically
Good communication skills, including confidence in speaking with clients and HMRC
Proactive attitude and willingness to learn
Microsoft Excel and general IT literacy essential
*(Previous experience in legal, tax or administrative work is helpful but not essential — training will be provided.)*****
Reliable and committed with a strong work ethic
Curious and eager to develop technical knowledge
Comfortable working in a structured, process‑driven environment
Able to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines

Benefits

Comp & perks

We embrace agile working and offer a blended approach to where and how we work.****Read more about MWB's fantastic benefits!
We appreciate that people have different needs and preferences, and we’re keen to be flexible, after all, we value what you do, not where you do it.
We have the following office hubs across the South East: Brighton, Chichester, Crawley, East Grinstead, Eastbourne, Lewes, Seaford, Storrington, Southampton & Tunbridge Wells.****We encourage people from all backgrounds to apply to join our team. We seek to engage a diverse workforce, focusing on inclusivity and fair treatment for all. ****We oppose all forms of discrimination and promote equality of opportunity in everything we do. ****We can make reasonable adjustments for applicants and employees with a disability so please let us know about any specific needs and requirements you have.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Trust RegistrationTax Return PreparationData ManagementRecord-KeepingHMRC Processes

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailTime ManagementCommunication SkillsProactive AttitudeReliability