Court of Protection Solicitor

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-looking firm as a Court of Protection Solicitor, where your passion for law will make a significant impact. This role offers the chance to assist in managing trusts, provide inheritance tax advice, and handle sensitive Court of Protection applications. You'll thrive in a dynamic team environment that values compliance and client relationships. With generous annual leave, flexible work options, and opportunities for career advancement, this position is perfect for newly qualified solicitors or CILEx members eager to grow in their legal careers. Embrace the opportunity to contribute to a firm committed to excellence and diversity.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Holiday buy and sell program

Gym membership contributions

Flexible work options

Career advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• Newly qualified Solicitor or CILEx qualified Lawyer with experience in private client department.
• Ability to advise on Court of Protection matters and manage sensitive issues.

Responsibilities

• Assist in managing wills, lifetime, and personal injury trusts.
• Draft trusts and prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA's).

Skills

Court of Protection Law

Client Relationship Management

Inheritance Tax Advice

Effective Communication

Education

Qualified Solicitor

CILEx Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data Management Systems

Job description

Court of Protection Solicitor NQ+
Cardiff/Hybrid

£40,000-£50,000

Are you a newly qualified Solicitor or CILEx qualified Lawyer with a passion for making a difference in the legal world? Do you want to join a forward-looking firm with a rich history and a commitment to excellence? If so, Yolk Recruitment has an exciting opportunity for you!

What You'll Be Doing as a Court of Protection Solicitor

We're on the lookout for a passionate Court of Protection Solicitor to join our dynamic team in the Court of Protection and Trust Department, with a focus on trusts. As a newly qualified solicitor or CILEx, you'll have the opportunity to:

1. Assist trustees in managing the administration of wills, lifetime, and personal injury trusts.
2. Provide valuable inheritance tax advice.
3. Take instructions and draft trusts.
4. Prepare Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPA's) and support attorneys in their management.
5. Handle Court of Protection applications and assist deputies in drafting statutory wills.

Minimum Requirements

To thrive in this role, as a Court of Protection Solicitor you'll need:

1. At least one seat or previous experience in the private client department.

Ideal Candidate

We're seeking a passionate, newly qualified solicitor or CILEx member who can advise on a variety of Court of Protection matters. The ideal candidate will:

1. Ensure strict compliance with relevant regulations and legislation.
2. Forge and nurture strong client relationships while contributing to our business development efforts.
3. Possess experience in using data management systems and proficiency in the full Microsoft Office Suite.
4. Be an effective communicator, capable of handling sensitive matters with professionalism and courtesy.

What You Will Get as a Court of Protection Solicitor

1. Enjoy a generous annual leave allowance of 25 days.
2. Explore our holiday buy and sell program.
3. Benefit from contributions toward gym memberships.
4. Embrace flexible and hybrid work options.
5. Unlock opportunities for career advancement and development.

If you are interested in applying or know someone who'd be a great fit for the role, get in touch with Nicole Smith today.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity at Yolk allowing our team to bring their whole selves to work.