Court of Protection / Private Client Solicitor

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor with 2–4 years’ PQE to join a growing Court of Protection and Private Client team in Manchester.

The successful candidate will have experience dealing with Property and Affairs Court of Protection matters and will work on a varied caseload involving vulnerable adults and children, including high-value deputyship and trust matters.

This is an opportunity to join a supportive and specialist team where you will have the opportunity to develop your own caseload while working closely with experienced solicitors and other departments.

Key Responsibilities
• Assisting a Deputy with the management of a national caseload of high-value Property and Affairs deputyships and trust matters.
• Working with vulnerable children and adults, as well as their families and professional representatives.
• Managing a caseload of smaller Court of Protection matters and developing your own caseload over time.
• Dealing with clients and their families professionally and sensitively, including out-of-office client visits where required.
• Advising on and progressing Property and Affairs Court of Protection matters.
• Supporting the wider team with complex and high-value cases.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues in Clinical Negligence and Private Client.
• Assisting with the development and growth of the Court of Protection team.
• Contributing to business development and marketing activities where appropriate.
• Maintaining high standards of client care, file management and compliance.

About You
• 2–4 years’ PQE as a Solicitor or Legal Executive.
• Previous experience dealing with Court of Protection Property and Affairs matters.
• Experience managing or assisting with Deputyship and/or trust matters.
• Strong knowledge of relevant Court of Protection procedures and requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• The ability to manage competing priorities and work to deadlines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A professional and empathetic approach when dealing with vulnerable clients and their families.
• The ability to work independently while also contributing effectively to a wider team.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Court of Protection / Private Client work.

Benefits
• Competitive salary, depending on experience.
• Bonus scheme.
• Generous annual leave entitlement.
• Additional leave for long service.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• Additional day off for your birthday.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Ongoing professional development and training.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed