Court of Protection Legal Director
- Step into a senior role with one of the UK’s largest, most respected Court of Protection teams
- Lead on complex, high-value deputyship matters and help shape the department’s future
- Excellent package, career security, and access to a national platform for progression
An award-winning national law firm is looking to appoint a Legal Director to its well-established Yorkshire Court of Protection team. With over 200 professionals across the country, 1,300 deputyships, and a caseload comprising some of the UK’s most complex property and affairs matters, this is a unique opportunity to play a senior role in a thriving national practice.
You’ll work alongside experienced Legal Directors and Partners, supporting strategic departmental development while continuing to handle a high-quality caseload. Whether your focus is technical excellence, leadership, or progression to partnership, you’ll have the resources, recognition and flexibility to succeed.
Who we’re looking for
- Experienced Court of Protection solicitor operating at or ready for Legal Director level
- Expertise in managing high-value deputyship cases, including property acquisition, investment structures, and financial oversight
- Strong leadership and mentoring ability with a collaborative mindset
- Commercially aware and comfortable contributing to departmental strategy
- Passionate about delivering a gold-standard service to vulnerable clients
Salary & benefits
- £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience
- Bonus scheme
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Hybrid working – typically 1–2 days in the office per week
- Fully expensed car, fuel and parking
- Career development and progression to partnership
- Inclusive, collaborative culture with 91% staff retention
- One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
If you’re a senior Court of Protection solicitor ready to step into a Legal Director role and join a firm where you can truly make your mark, get in touch with Bill Szajna-Hopgood at bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.
Key details
Salary
£70,000 - £80,000
Location
- South Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Court of Protection
Job ref
V-46392
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