Legal Secretary jobs in United Kingdom

You will:

• Manage and grow a varied caseload of Court of Protection matters, including deputyship applications and managing property & affairs files (often linked to personal injury or clinical negligence settlements).
• Play a key role in the development and implementation of the department’s growth strategy.
• Build strong relationships with clients, referrers, and stakeholders to enhance the firm’s profile.
• Take part in business development activities such as networking, presentations, training sessions, and contributions to articles or directories.
• Support senior colleagues with departmental initiatives and collaborate across teams on joint matters.
• Provide supervision, mentoring, and training to junior lawyers and paralegals.
• Ensure compliance with SRA and internal quality standards.
• Monitor and report on financial performance to help drive profitability and efficiency.

• Qualified Solicitor (ideally with 4+ years’ PQE, although candidates with relevant experience will be considered).
• Experience in Court of Protection work, with the confidence to handle a range of property and affairs matters.
• A strong interest in business development and growing client relationships.
• Commercially aware, with the ability to balance high-quality client service with departmental targets.
• A collaborative team player with leadership skills, capable of mentoring others.

• A supportive and forward-thinking environment, recognised nationally for its people-focused culture.
• A platform to shape and grow a specialist service area.
• Hybrid working options for improved work-life balance.
• Genuine career progression opportunities within a thriving private client team.
• To register interest in the role, please send your CV to for a confidential discussion: Louisa@thinklegalrecruitment.com.