Court of Protection Partner

REALM RECRUIT; Manchester; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally renowned law firm is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Partner to join their prestigious team in Manchester. This role offers the opportunity to manage significant deputyship matters, develop teams, and contribute to a supportive environment dedicated to outstanding client care. Benefits include a competitive salary, hybrid working, and recognition as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work.

Benefits

Fully expensed car, fuel, parking

Bonus scheme

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Collaborative leadership environment

Qualifications

• Experienced Court of Protection solicitor operating at Partner level or ready to step up.
• Ability to manage complex deputyship caseloads independently.
• Experience in mentoring and developing teams.

Responsibilities

• Handle high-profile deputyship work with operational support.
• Focus on team development and maintaining firm standards.

Skills

Leadership

Commercial awareness

Client care

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

• Join one of the UK’s best-known and most well-resourced Court of Protection departments
• Handle some of the country’s most high-profile deputyship work with full operational support
• No requirement to bring work – just bring your expertise and leadership

A nationally renowned law firm is looking for an experienced Court of Protection Partner to join its growing team. This is a unique opportunity to operate at the highest level within a Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked practice while enjoying the support, infrastructure and flexibility that comes with being part of a national legal group.

With a pipeline of high-value property and finance deputyship matters already in place—including over 1,300 deputyships and 2,000 clients nationwide—you’ll step straight into meaningful, career-defining work. There’s no expectation to bring work with you; instead, the focus is on leadership, team development, and continuing to deliver the excellent standard the firm is known for.

Who we’re looking for

• Experienced Court of Protection solicitor already operating at Partner level or ready to step up
• Proven ability to manage complex deputyship caseloads independently
• Strong leadership skills with experience mentoring and developing teams
• Commercial awareness and ability to drive the department’s growth and vision
• Passion for vulnerable client work and delivering outstanding client care

Salary & benefits

• Salary from £75,000–£100,000+ depending on experience
• Fully expensed car, fuel, parking
• Bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Hybrid working (1–2 days in office per week)
• 91% staff retention and named as one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work
• Collaborative, inclusive leadership environment with national reach

ContactKelly Reid
If you’re a Court of Protection Partner looking for a fresh challenge in a truly supportive national firm, get in touch with Kelly Reid [e-mail] call03300 245 606for a confidential chat.