Court of Protection Paralegal
- Join a highly regarded Court of Protection team at a firm that does things differently.
- Enjoy top-of-market salary, strong career progression, and excellent benefits.
- Work alongside leading COP professionals, gaining hands-on experience in complex property and financial affairs deputyship matters.
A well-established law firm is expanding its Court of Protection team and is looking for paralegals to join them as a result of continued growth.
A career in this team is more than just learning the law—it’s about developing your skills, progressing your career, and working in a firm that values work-life balance. Success depends on attracting the best talent and supporting their growth, which is why this firm provides exceptional training, development, and a structured pathway for career advancement.
You’ll play a key role in supporting fee earners with a caseload of property and financial affairs deputyships, with the opportunity to take on more responsibility as you progress.
Who we’re looking for
- Experience in Court of Protection work is preferred but not essential.
- Applications are welcome from related non-legal backgrounds, such as social work or community care.
- Strong attention to detail, communication skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Salary & benefits
- Top-of-market salary with excellent future progression prospects.
- Learning from highly regarded Court of Protection professionals in a recognised team.
- Hybrid working – fully office-based initially, with one remote working day per week after the settling-in period.
- A minimum of 25 days’ annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus office closure between Christmas and New Year.
- Private medical insurance (subject to opting in) with the option to add eligible family members.
- Income protection – cover of up to 75% of salary.
- Death in service benefit – 3x basic salary.
- Interest-free travel pass/parking loan.
- A one-hour early finish, one Friday a month.
- Two days a year to volunteer for charitable work, with a wide range of events to get involved in.
- Access to sports teams, hobby clubs, and social events.
- Annual promotions process open to all.
- Work and employee referral schemes.
- Access to the Employee Assistance Programme and trained Mental Health First Aiders.
Contact Kelly Reid
If you’re looking to start or develop your career in Court of Protection law, get in touch with Kelly Reid at kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat.
Key details
Salary
£25,000 - £35,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Court of Protection
Job ref
V-36781-2
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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