Court of Protection Solicitor

Anakin Seal Legal Recruitment; Greater Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Hybrid work arrangements

Generous annual leave

Holiday buy/sell scheme

Referral incentives

Career progression

Job summary

Anakin Seal Legal Recruitment is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor for a North West law firm. You will manage deputyship matters, advise on Statutory Will applications, and work with deputies, trust reps and other professionals to deliver high-quality legal advice and excellent client care.

Supported by a paralegal team, you will handle a varied caseload, help grow the specialist Court of Protection department and contribute to business development within a respected private

Qualifications

• 4 years' PQE with strong Court of Protection experience.
• Proven experience managing professional deputyship matters.
• Experience preparing Statutory Will applications.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Ability to manage complex cases with vulnerable clients.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of Court of Protection deputyship matters.
• Advising on and preparing Statutory Will applications.
• Working closely with professional deputies and trust corporation representatives.
• Building and maintaining relationships with clients, families, and external stakeholders.
• Handling complex, sensitive matters involving vulnerable individuals.
• Contributing to business development and profile-raising activities.
• Supporting the growth of the specialist Court of Protection team.

Skills

Court of Protection

Client relationship mgmt

Communication skills

Empathy and sensitivity

Independent case management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4+ PQE)

Job description

Role Overview

A highly regarded North West law firm is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to join its growing private client team. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with established Court of Protection expertise who is looking to take on a varied caseload, work closely with vulnerable clients and their support networks, and play a key role in the continued development of a specialist department.

The successful candidate will manage a portfolio of deputyship matters, advise on statutory wills, and work alongside a broad range of professionals including financial advisers, care providers, case managers and family members. Supported by dedicated paralegal assistance, you will be able to focus on delivering exceptional client care and high-quality legal advice.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied caseload of Court of Protection deputyship matters.
• Advising on and preparing Statutory Will applications.
• Working closely with professional deputies and trust corporation representatives.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, families and external stakeholders.
• Managing complex and sensitive matters involving vulnerable individuals.
• Contributing to business development, networking and profile-raising activities.
• Supporting the ongoing growth and success of the specialist Court of Protection team.

Candidate Profile / Experience Needed

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors with a minimum of 4 years' PQE and strong Court of Protection experience.

To be considered, candidates should demonstrate:

• Proven experience managing professional deputyship matters.
• Experience preparing and progressing Statutory Will applications.
• Strong client relationship management skills.
• Experience handling complex cases involving vulnerable clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• The confidence to provide clear, pragmatic advice while managing expectations with empathy and sensitivity.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a busy caseload independently.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in contributing to team growth and business development initiatives.

Experience working with or alongside a Trust Corporation would be advantageous but is not essential.

What's on Offer

• Salary up to £60000and benefits package.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Generous annual leave entitlement, increasing with service.
• Holiday buy and sell scheme.
• Internal referral incentives and recognition programmes.
• Free parking.
• Genuine career progression within a highly regarded and expanding team.

All applications will be handled in the strictest confidence.