NQ Court of Protection Solicitor

Realm Recruit; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A nationally recognised law firm seeks a newly qualified Court of Protection Solicitor to join its expanding Yorkshire team in Sheffield. This role offers exposure to complex property and financial deputyship work, with tailored training and clear career progression in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Bonus scheme

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Support for pro bono and community engagement

Consistently rated one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in Court of Protection (property & affairs) work.
• Some experience in COP or private client work is beneficial.
• Keen to specialise and progress in a dynamic practice area.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex, high-value property and financial deputyship cases.
• Gain exposure to a broad range of cases with experienced lawyers.
• Receive tailored training and career progression opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Enthusiasm

Education

NQ solicitor

Job description

• Be part of one of the UK’s largest and most respected Court of Protection teams
  
  
• Work alongside market-leading specialists on complex, high-value cases
  
  
• Enjoy clear career progression, excellent training, and a supportive team culture
  
  

A nationally recognised law firm is looking to recruit a newly qualified Court of Protection Solicitor to join its expanding Yorkshire team in Sheffield. With a 200+ strong Court of Protection department, 1,300 deputyships, and 15 partners specialising in this area, the firm offers one of the most comprehensive and well-resourced Court of Protection practices in the country.

You’ll work closely with experienced lawyers and nationally respected partners, gaining exposure to a broad range of high-value, complex property and financial deputyship work. From day one, you’ll be given tailored training and real career progression opportunities—whether your goal is to specialise, grow a niche, or move up the ladder quickly.

If you’re someone who wants to build a long-term career in Court of Protection, this is an outstanding place to start.

Who we’re looking for

• NQ solicitor with a genuine interest in Court of Protection (property & affairs) work
  
  
• Some experience in COP or private client work would be beneficial but isn’t essential
  
  
• A team player with strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
  
  
• Keen to specialise and progress in a dynamic, people-centred practice area
  
  
• Positive, enthusiastic, and open to learning from sector-leading experts
  
  

Salary & benefits

• Highly competitive salary
  
  
• Bonus scheme
  
  
• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
  
  
• Hybrid working – 1–2 days in the office per week
  
  
• Top-of-market salary and excellent progression potential
  
  
• Support for pro bono and community engagement
  
  
• Consistently rated one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work
  
  
• 91% staff retention – a happy and high-performing team
  
  

Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
If you're a newly qualified solicitor ready to specialise in Court of Protection work with one of the UK’s strongest teams, get in touch with Bill Szajna-Hopgood [e-mail] call03300 245 606for a confidential chat.