Reference: ORJ921958245_1791539424Court of Protection Solicitor
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- 0-3 Years PQE
- CardiffLocation: Cardiff (hybrid working available)Type of Role: Permanent, Full-timeSalary: 45,000 to 55,000 (dependent on experience)A nationally recognised and award winning Court of Protection team is seeking a Solicitor (0-3 PQE) to join its specialist Property and Financial Affairs practice.
The department is one of the largest of its kind in the UK, acting for hundreds of clients where the firm's Trust Corporation or a solicitor is appointed as Deputy or Trustee.
This is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a highly respected, supportive and well structured environment.The RoleYou'll gain exposure to a broad range of Property and Financial Affairs Deputyship and Personal Injury Trust matters while developing your own caseload.
Working alongside experienced Partners, Deputies, solicitors, case managers and healthcare professionals, you will support vulnerable clients and their families with the management of their financial affairs.Your responsibilities will include:Assisting with the management of Property and Financial Affairs Deputyship mattersManaging your own caseload with appropriate supervisionPreparing Court of Protection applications and annual Deputy ReportsSupporting day to day financial management including budgeting, payments and property transactionsAssisting with the administration of Personal Injury TrustsLiaising with clients, families, case managers, healthcare professionals and financial advisersWorking closely with paralegals and internal/external litigatorsAttending client meetings and visits where appropriateDeveloping knowledge of statutory wills, care funding and benefitsCandidate RequirementsThis role is suited to a Solicitor with:Qualified Solicitor status in England & Wales (0-3 years' PQE)Genuine interest in Court of Protection Property and Financial Affairs workExcellent communication and client care skills, with the ability to support vulnerable clientsStrong organisational, drafting and analytical skillsAbility to manage competing priorities and work independently and collaborativelyProactive, flexible and team focused approachExperience using case management systems and recording timeBenefitsThe firm offers:Minimum 25 days' holiday plus bank holidaysTwo CSR daysBirthday day offDeath in service (2 annual salary)Auto enrolment pension schemeHybrid workingEmployee Assistance ProgrammeLocal business discountsProfessional fees paid (role dependent)Employee recruitment incentive schemeStrong commitment to wellbeing, community engagement and professional developmentHow to ApplyDo contact Olivia Reed for a confidential discussion:Email: : / All applications will be treated in confidence.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same.
We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic.
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Court of Protection Solicitor - 0-3 Years PQE - Cardiff employer: Chadwick Nott
As a leading international law firm based in Bristol, we pride ourselves on offering an exceptional work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Associate Directors in Financial Services Regulation benefit from exposure to high-quality, complex international work, alongside opportunities for career progression within a supportive team. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, we ensure that all employees are valued and empowered to thrive in their roles.
