Court of Protection Partner/Senior Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Lincoln; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal firm seeks a Court of Protection Partner or Senior Solicitor in Lincoln. The role entails managing high-value cases and leading a dynamic team. Candidates should possess 6+ years PQE with strong skills in business development and client care, offering a competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Highly competitive bonus scheme

27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays

Enhanced pension scheme

Hybrid Working - 2 days in the office per week

Qualifications

• Highly experienced in handling complex Court of Protection matters.
• Experienced in setting up Personal Injury Trusts.
• Proven ability to manage and develop junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead and expand the Court of Protection team.
• Manage high-value deputyship cases and PI trusts.
• Contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Business development

Client care

Organisation

Time management

Education

6+ years PQE

Chartered Legal Executive

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Client:

William James Recruitment

Location:

lincoln, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

Court of Protection - Senior Solicitor/Partner - Leeds/Hybrid - Salary DOE.

About the Job

A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen to join a renowned Top Tier Legal 500 firm with a strong national presence, based in Leeds. Due to growth they are seeking an experienced Court of Protection Partner or Senior Solicitor (6+ PQE) to play a pivotal role in leading and expanding a dynamic and growing department.

This is a senior role with an opportunity to contribute to the strategic growth of a well-established Court of Protection team. The successful candidate will benefit from a steady pipeline of high-value work, generated by the firm’s highly regarded Clinical Negligence and Serious Injury teams. This role offers a balance of technical expertise, leadership responsibilities, and business development, supported by a collaborative and forward-thinking legal team.

The ideal candidate will have significant experience in Court of Protection property and affairs work, including complex deputyship cases and PI trusts. A background in acting as deputy or trustee, strong interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to manage and develop junior team members are essential.

The Candidate

• Court of Protection Senior Solicitor / Chartered Legal Executive (6+ years PQE)
• Highly experienced in handling complex and high value Court of Protection matters
• Experienced in setting up Personal Injury Trusts and making applications for statutory wills, gifts
• Ability to show business development
• Excellent organisation and time-management skills
• Excellent client care skills

The Benefits & How to Apply

• Salary - dependent upon experience
• Highly competitive bonus scheme
• Hybrid Working - 2 days in the office per week
• 27 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact: Rachel Thompson, Recruitment Consultant