Court of Protection / Private Client Solicitor

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus scheme

Generous annual leave entitlement

Long service leave

Holiday purchase scheme

Birthday day off

Ongoing professional development

Supportive working environment

Job summary

Clear IT Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE to join our Court of Protection and Private Client team in Manchester. You will handle Property and Affairs Court of Protection matters and develop a varied caseload in a supportive environment.

You will work closely with experienced solicitors, manage deputyship and trust matters, and contribute to business development while maintaining high standards of client care.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Experience with Court of Protection Property and Affairs matters.
• Experience managing Deputyship and/or trust matters.
• Strong knowledge of Court of Protection procedures.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist a Deputy with managing high-value deputyships and trusts.
• Work with vulnerable clients and families with sensitivity.
• Develop own caseload in Court of Protection over time.
• Handle client meetings, including visits when required.
• Progress Property and Affairs Court of Protection matters.
• Support the team on complex, high-value cases.
• Collaborate with Clinical Negligence and Private Client teams.
• Contribute to business development and marketing.
• Maintain high standards of client care and file management.

Skills

Court of Protection knowledge

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Written and verbal communication

Job description

About The Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE to join a growing Court of Protection and Private Client team in Manchester.

The successful candidate will have experience dealing with Property and Affairs Court of Protection matters and will work on a varied caseload involving vulnerable adults and children, including high-value deputyship and trust matters.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and specialist team where you will have the opportunity to develop your own caseload while working closely with experienced solicitors and other departments.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting a Deputy with the management of a national caseload of high-value Property and Affairs deputyships and trust matters.
• Working with vulnerable children and adults, as well as their families and professional representatives.
• Managing a caseload of smaller Court of Protection matters and developing your own caseload over time.
• Dealing with clients and their families professionally and sensitively, including out-of-office client visits where required.
• Advising on and progressing Property and Affairs Court of Protection matters.
• Supporting the wider team with complex and high-value cases.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues in Clinical Negligence and Private Client.
• Assisting with the development and growth of the Court of Protection team.
• Contributing to business development and marketing activities where appropriate.
• Maintaining high standards of client care, file management and compliance.

About You

• 2–4 years’ PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Previous experience dealing with Court of Protection Property and Affairs matters.
• Experience managing or assisting with Deputyship and/or trust matters.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Court of Protection procedures and requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional and empathetic approach when dealing with vulnerable clients and their families.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider team.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Court of Protection / Private Client work.

Benefits

• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Bonus scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Additional leave for long service.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful