Newly Qualified Court of Protection Solicitor
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- Join a growing Court of Protection team within an employee-owned firm
- Work closely with a respected Director on high-value and complex cases
- Full-time with flexible hybrid working after training (up to 4 days WFH)
This is a fantastic opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor with a genuine interest in Court of Protection work to develop their career in a forward-thinking, people-focused firm.
You’ll join a successful and fast-growing practice with offices across England. Their employee-owned structure creates a genuinely collaborative, inclusive culture where everyone shares in the firm’s success, and where career progression is based on impact, not hierarchy.
In this role, you’ll gain hands-on experience with a complex and varied Court of Protection caseload under the supervision of the Director and Head of Court of Protection. You’ll work with clients who have high-value damages awards and complex needs, alongside families, medical professionals, and other legal experts, and enjoy a strong support network, even when working remotely.
Who we’re looking for
- Newly Qualified Solicitor with a background or training in Private Client or Court of Protection work
- Keen interest in pursuing a long-term Court of Protection specialism
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Compassionate and confident in supporting vulnerable clients and their families
What you’ll be doing
- Manage a caseload of deputyship matters, including clients with high-value personal injury awards
- Liaise with families, deputies and multidisciplinary teams
- Draft legal documents including court applications, letters and contracts
- Progress best interest decisions in line with the Mental Capacity Act
- Attend client meetings, hearings and case conferences
- Instruct Counsel and external experts as needed
- Supervise and delegate tasks to Court of Protection administrators and paralegals where appropriate
- Represent clients at hearings or tribunals where required
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: Highly competitive
- Holiday: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Bonus: Performance-linked scheme
- Pension: Contributory pension scheme
- Healthcare: Healthcare cash plan
- Life Assurance: Included
- Ownership: Become part of an employee-owned business
- Hybrid: After training, up to 4 days WFH (or more time in the office if preferred)
- Culture: Values-driven team built on kindness, collaboration and flexibility
- Progression: Clear path to grow through promotion framework
If you’re a newly qualified solicitor with a passion for Court of Protection work and want to build a career with impact, purpose and progression, this is the perfect opportunity to join a thriving specialist team at an exciting time of growth.
Contact Kelly Reid
Call 03300 245 606 or email kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com to find out more or apply confidentially.
Key details
Salary
£40,000 - £42,000
Location
- Greater Manchester
- North West
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Court of Protection
Job ref
V-51425
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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