Court of Protection Solicitor

• Focus on meaningful, life-changing work with vulnerable clients
• Flexible, hybrid working with no set office days
• Strong progression path in a growing and supportive team

This is a brilliant opportunity for a court of protection solicitor to join an expanding department that’s going from strength to strength.

Have access to new cases and be fully supported and trained by an experienced Head of Department who has built the team from the ground up.

You’ll need to be proactive, empathetic and curious, with a real appetite to learn and develop under expert guidance.

Who we’re looking for

• Court of protection solicitor or legal executive
• A genuine interest in Court of Protection work and supporting vulnerable clients
• Ideally has experience managing or assisting on Property & Affairs Deputyships
• Strong organisation and communication skills
• A full UK driving licence and access to a car

What you’ll be doing

• Managing Property and Affairs Deputyships
• Assisting vulnerable and brain-injured clients and their families
• Supporting with Trust administration, Statutory Wills, Personal Injury Trusts, and other Curt of Protection applications
• Liaising with clients in their homes, hospitals, and care settings
• Forecasting spending, managing budgets, and maintaining accurate financial records
• Supporting more junior team members as your experience grows
• Getting involved in internal projects and continuous improvement initiatives

You’ll be set up to succeed with full support, training, and a manageable caseload, allowing you to build confidence and turn cases around efficiently.

Salary & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive and dependent on experience
• Bonus: Profit-share scheme
• Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays
• Benefits include:
  • Healthcare cash plan
  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Flexible, hybrid working – no mandated office days
  • Family-friendly policies
  • Recognition schemes
  • Free parking at the Cheadle office
  • Career development opportunities

Contact Kelly Reid

If you’re newly qualified and looking to specialise in Court of Protection, or already working in this area and want more flexibility, support and progression, let’s chat.

📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606