New Job Opening: Court of Protection Paralegal in Ashton-under-Lyne, UK

Job Description

Court of Protection Paralegal 

Location: Ashton-under-Lyne

Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 plus bonus and benefits

Experience: Paralegal level (Court of Protection / Private Client experience advantageous)

If you’re a paralegal who enjoys people-focused work, strong organisation, and the satisfaction of helping families navigate sensitive decisions, this is a great opportunity to join an established Court of Protection team with clear progression.

Our client is looking for a Court of Protection Paralegal (Grade D) to provide fee-earning and administrative support across Deputyship and Power of Attorney matters, with the opportunity to progress towards handling elements of a supervised caseload.

You’ll support fee earners with day-to-day case management, drafting, and reporting, while building your knowledge of Court of Protection work in a supportive environment. The role suits someone professional, discreet, and proactive, who takes pride in accuracy and client care.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Supporting fee earners with case management across Deputyship and Power of Attorney matters

• Drafting routine correspondence and documents

• Preparing Office of the Public Guardian (OPG) annual reports

• Maintaining and updating case files accurately

• Liaising with clients, families and third parties with a calm, professional approach

• Supporting financial administration and reporting

• Progressing routine elements of cases under supervision

• Recording time accurately and supporting billing processes

• Working in line with procedures, confidentiality requirements and best practice

What We’re Looking For

Essential

• Previous legal or paralegal experience

• Strong organisational and communication skills

• Confident IT skills, including Microsoft Office and case management systems

Desirable

• Court of Protection or Private Client experience

• Experience preparing OPG reports

• Law degree or working towards qualification

What’s On Offer

• Salary: £23,000 to £28,000 plus bonus and benefits

• 23 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, with a loyalty scheme and the option to buy additional leave

• Pension scheme and death in service cover

• Enhanced sick pay and paid compassionate leave

• Health and wellbeing support via a healthcare cashback plan (including dental/optical), 24-hour GP access and confidential counselling

• Flexible working and remote working options (where suitable for the role)

• Annual salary review and discretionary bonus scheme

• Clear progression routes into Senior Paralegal or Qualified Fee Earner roles, including Trainee Solicitor and FCILEx

• Support with professional memberships and subscriptions (where applicable)

• Team and culture perks including regular social/charity events and firm-wide team building

Working Arrangements

Permanent, full-time role.

Next Steps (How to Apply)

Apply online or send your CV to  [email protected]  or call 0333 996 2882 for more information.

All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence. We will always obtain your express permission before sharing your details with our client.