Court of Protection Officer

Service Care Solutions; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Court of Protection Officer for a 3-month contract in Liverpool. The role involves managing financial affairs for vulnerable adults, liaising with agencies, and ensuring compliance with the Mental Capacity Act. Hybrid working is available, making it a flexible opportunity for those with relevant experience.

Benefits

£250 referral bonus

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Local Authority Deputy Standards.
• Experience in managing client finances and property with diligence and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload to protect the financial and property interests of vulnerable adults.
• Liaise with external agencies including HMRC, DWP, and financial institutions.
• Maintain accurate financial records using systems like Liquid Logic and AMS.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

IT skills

Job description

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Senior Recruitment Consultant at Service Care Solutions Recruiting Finance/Accountancy Professionals in the North of England

Court of Protection Officer

Local Authority Liverpool

Liverpool Based

Hybrid Working Available – There is a combination of office and field work with this role

3 Month Contract (Potential for extension)

Monday to Friday 09:00-17:30 (37 Hours per week)

Job Purpose

We are seeking a Court of Protection Officer for an initial 3-month contract to play a key role in managing the financial affairs and property of adults who lack capacity, where the Council acts as a Court Appointed Deputy.

Main responsibilities

• Manage a caseload to protect the financial and property interests of vulnerable adults.
• Act on behalf of the Council under the authority of the Court of Protection.
• Liaise with external agencies including HMRC, DWP, financial institutions, and legal bodies.
• Handle assets including bank accounts, investments, and property.
• Support estate administration following a client’s death.
• Maintain accurate financial records using systems like Liquid Logic and AMS.
• To protect the property and financial affairs of vulnerable adults who are subject to the Court of Protection.
• To act under the delegated Court Appointed Deputy to enforce the Court Order on behalf of the Court, LCC and the client.
• At all times, the Post Holder must adhere to the Directions of the Court Order and meet the Local Authority Deputy Standards set by the Office of the Public Guardian and act in compliance to the Mental Capacity Act (2005).
• Liaise with the Court, Social Workers and other LCC staff, HMRC, DWP and other government bodies and financial institutions on behalf of and in the best interest of the client.
• To ensure COP representation at appropriate meetings in relation to an individual client and their family members.
• Advise and explain to Social Workers and family members the procedures relating to deceased Clients subject to Court of Protection regarding the funeral and estate.
• Report to Office of the Public Guardian Visiting Officers on open/active cases.

Requirements:

• Strong knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act (2005) and Local Authority Deputy Standards.
• Experience in managing client finances and property with diligence and integrity.
• Excellent interpersonal, organisational and IT skills.
• Ability to deal professionally with distressed or vulnerable individuals.
• Proven understanding of the Court of Protection framework.
• A commitment to delivering high-quality, person-centred service.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a hybrid setting.

Service Care Solutions also offers a £250 referral bonus! So, if you know of anyone who would be perfect for this position and they are placed into work, you will receive £250 for the referral once their probationary period has been completed.

If this role is of interest, please just respond to this advert with an up to date copy of your CV or call Jake on 01772 208969

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Temporary

Job function

• Job function

  Accounting/Auditing and Finance

• Industries

  Financial Services and Accounting

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