Deputyship Finance officer (SO1) ref 1639533

Essential Employment; Enfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading employment agency is seeking a Finance Officer for their Deputyship Service based in Enfield. The role involves managing finances for vulnerable adults, preparing legal applications, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Knowledge of legal financial processes is essential. This position offers the possibility of remote work once independent criteria are met.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing finances for vulnerable adults.
• Knowledge of Court of Protection and DWP processes.
• Understanding of safeguarding and equality policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads of deputyship and appointee‑ship clients.
• Prepare applications for Court of Protection and DWP.
• Handle banking, tax returns, and benefits.

Job description

Role Summary

Finance Officer – Deputyship Service

Team

Corporate Finance Hub – Deputyship Service

Reports to

Deputyship Team Co-ordinator

Remote Work

Available once independent working criteria are met

Purpose

Support vulnerable adults who lack capacity to manage their finances, ensuring their independence and best interests are protected.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage caseloads of deputyship and appointee‑ship clients
• Prepare applications for Court of Protection and DWP
• Handle banking, tax returns, and benefits
• liaise with internal teams and external agencies (e.g., OPG, HMRC, banks)
• Advise stakeholders on legal and financial processes
• Review client finances and arrange necessary services (e.g., funerals)
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, equality, and policies

If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to [e-mail] quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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