Court of Protection Paralegal

• Join a rapidly growing Court of Protection team that has built an impressive market profile since launching in 2019
• Develop alongside experienced Professional Deputies within a leading national law firm
• Hybrid working with just 2 office days per week, plus 28 days’ holiday

If you’ve already built some Court of Protection experience and want a role where you can take greater ownership of your work, this Leicester-based opportunity gives you the platform to do it. You’ll join a specialist team that has grown rapidly since it was established in 2019 and is continuing to invest as its caseload expands. Working alongside experienced Professional Deputies, you’ll manage your own Court of Protection matters with appropriate supervision, while developing your expertise across increasingly varied and complex work. The team takes a genuinely collaborative approach to its clients, working electronically across geographical boundaries and sharing expertise rather than operating as individual case handlers. You’ll also have the backing and career opportunities that come with being part of a leading national law firm and wider Private Wealth team. With hybrid working, strong benefits and a Head of Team who is passionate about developing people, this is a strong next step for an experienced CoP paralegal who wants to build a long-term career in the specialism.

Who we’re looking for

• At least 1 year’s Court of Protection experience (Essential)
• Experienced paralegal or Grade C/D caseworker (Essential)
• Genuine interest in building a career in Court of Protection (Essential)
• Strong understanding of Court of Protection matters (Essential)
• Excellent organisation and time management skills (Essential)
• Confident working to deadlines, financial targets and KPIs (Essential)
• Excellent communication and IT skills (Essential)
• Proactive, flexible and collaborative approach (Essential)
• Full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle, as client visits form part of the role (Essential)
• Association of Lifetime Lawyers membership (Desirable)

What you’ll be doing

• Managing your own Court of Protection caseload with appropriate supervision
• Handling Deputyships from initial application through their ongoing administration
• Working on lifetime gifting and inheritance tax planning applications
• Supporting applications for Statutory Wills
• Assisting with expert witness reports relating to deputyship costs in litigation
• Visiting clients and other professionals across areas including Derbyshire, Yorkshire, Leicester and Nottingham
• Supporting other case handlers within the Court of Protection and wider Private Wealth teams
• Building relationships with clients, case workers and other third parties
• Contributing to the continued growth and profile of the team
• Working towards agreed financial and chargeable targets

Salary & Benefits

• Hybrid working with 2 days per week in the office
• 28 days’ holiday
• Individual healthcare cover, with the option to add family members
• Pension contributions matched up to 4% initially and up to 6% thereafter
• Life insurance at 4x salary
• Income Protection Scheme*
• 24-hour confidential employee support helpline
• Travel loan scheme
• Discounted gym membership
• Dental scheme
• Technology benefit scheme
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee offers and discounts
• Development within an expanding specialist Court of Protection team
• Wider career opportunities within a leading national law firm
• Join an organisation recognised among Britain’s Top Employers for 19 consecutive years

Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606

Kelly specialises in Court of Protection and private client recruitment and can give you a clear picture of how this opportunity compares with other roles currently on the market.

*Income Protection Scheme dependent on role.
While this advert sets out the criteria applicable to each salary band, the salary guidance given is purely indicative. The precise salary offered within that band will ultimately be determined by the hirer, taking into account the individual candidate’s experience, qualifications and overall suitability for the role.