Court of Protection Legal Director

Realm Recruit; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An award-winning national law firm is seeking a Legal Director for its Yorkshire Court of Protection team. This role offers senior-level leadership, managing complex property and affairs matters while contributing to departmental strategy and client service. With a collaborative culture and opportunities for career progression, this position is ideal for an experienced solicitor ready to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Bonus scheme

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Fully expensed car, fuel, and parking

Opportunities for career development

Recognised as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work

Qualifications

• Experienced Court of Protection solicitor at or ready for Legal Director level.
• Expertise in managing high-value deputyship cases.
• Strong leadership and mentoring skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-quality caseload in the Court of Protection.
• Support strategic development alongside Legal Directors and Partners.
• Deliver excellent service to vulnerable clients.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Client service

Education

Qualified solicitor

Job description

Legal Director - Court of Protection

An award-winning national law firm is seeking a Legal Director to join its well-established Yorkshire Court of Protection team. With over 200 professionals and a caseload of some of the UK’s most complex property and affairs matters, this role offers a unique opportunity for senior-level leadership in a thriving practice.

You will work alongside experienced Legal Directors and Partners, supporting strategic development while managing a high-quality caseload. Whether your focus is technical excellence, leadership, or progression to partnership, you will have the resources, recognition, and flexibility to succeed.

Who we’re looking for

• Experienced Court of Protection solicitor 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 skills with a collaborative approach
• Commercial awareness and ability to contribute to departmental strategy
• Passion for delivering excellent 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
• Opportunities for career development and progression to partnership
• Inclusive, collaborative culture with 91% staff retention
• Recognised as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work

Contact

Bill Szajna-Hopgood at [e-mail] or call 03300 245 606 for a confidential chat. If you are a senior Court of Protection solicitor ready to step into a Legal Director role and make your mark, get in touch today.