- Build your Court of Protection expertise on complex deputyship matters involving high-value litigation awards
- Join an expanding, employee-owned firm where your contribution directly shares in its success
- Work from home for part of the week once you're fully trained, with the option to use the Altrincham or Chester offices
If you're at the beginning of your Court of Protection career, the quality of training and exposure you get now can shape where you are several years down the line.
This Altrincham-based role gives an NQ–2 PQE solicitor the chance to develop within a growing specialist team, working directly with the Head of Court of Protection and handling a varied deputyship caseload involving vulnerable clients, complex needs and significant litigation awards.
You'll initially be office-based while you learn the firm's approach and build your confidence. Once you're fully trained, there's considerable freedom over where you work, including the option to work from home or from the firm's Altrincham or Chester offices.
The firm itself is expanding, with offices in Altrincham, Chester and London, but remains employee-owned. That creates an environment where people have a genuine stake in the firm's future, with a culture built around collaboration, trust and developing people for the long term.
Who we're looking for
- NQ–2 PQE Solicitor with Court of Protection experience
- Strong client care skills and confidence supporting vulnerable clients and their families
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organisation and time management
- Excellent attention to detail
- Comfortable working with confidential and sensitive information
- Strong IT skills, including Word and Excel
- Able to work effectively in a paperless environment
- Collaborative, professional and self-motivated approach
What you'll be doing
- Managing a mixed caseload of deputyship administration matters
- Supporting clients with complex needs and high-value litigation awards
- Working closely with clients, families, deputies and multidisciplinary teams
- Progressing best-interest decisions in accordance with the Mental Capacity Act
- Advising on relevant Court of Protection law and procedure
- Drafting applications, correspondence, court documents and contracts
- Instructing Counsel and experts
- Managing Court and tribunal deadlines
- Representing clients where required
- Supervising and delegating work to Court of Protection administrators and paralegals
- Liaising with Costs Draftsmen and other professionals
Salary & Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Highly flexible agile working once initial training is complete
- Option to work from home or from the Altrincham or Chester office
- Direct support and development from the Head of Court of Protection
- Varied, high-quality deputyship work
- Employee-owned firm where everyone has a stake in its long-term success
- Clear training and career development opportunities
- 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
- Bonus scheme
- Healthcare cash plan
- Life assurance
- Pension scheme
- Growing firm with expanding offices and long-term career opportunities
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NQ-2PQE Court of Protection Solicitor in Altrincham employer: Realm Recruit
Join a dynamic and supportive Private Client team that prioritises your professional growth and personal strengths. With a flexible hybrid working model, enhanced annual leave, and a culture that values quality work over rigid metrics, this firm offers a unique opportunity to shape your career path while enjoying a relaxed atmosphere. You'll be part of a well-established team where mentorship and collaboration are encouraged, ensuring you can thrive in your role and contribute to the department's continued success.
