At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage a varied Court of Protection caseload and supervise a team handling related matters.
- Company: Join a long-established law firm with a strong presence in the Liverpool City Region.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a generous pension contribution.
- Other info: Experience with property-related matters is desirable.
- Why this job: Lead and develop Court of Protection work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Qualifications: Candidates must have 3+ years' experience in Court of Protection matters and supervisory experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Court of Protection Manager (Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive, 3+ PQE) to join a long-established and highly regarded regional law firm with a strong presence across the Liverpool City Region. This is a senior and varied role within a growing Private Client department, offering genuine scope to lead and develop Court of Protection work while building strong client and professional relationships. The firm is known for its supportive culture, collaborative environment and commitment to staff development and progression. Hybrid and agile working options are available.
The Role
- Managing a varied Court of Protection and Private Client caseload
- Supervising and supporting a team handling Court of Protection matters
- Advising and updating clients, families and professional deputies
- Liaising with Courts, the Probate Registry, HM Land Registry, HMRC, experts and external agencies
- Handling estate administration and Court of Protection documentation
- Meeting with clients both in person and remotely where required
- Supporting business development activities and maintaining professional relationships
- Working alongside the marketing team to produce blogs and content relating to Private Client services
Requirements
- A minimum of 3 years' experience handling Court of Protection matters
- Strong experience advising High Net Worth clients on:
- Probate
- Wills
- Trusts
- Estate & Tax Planning
- Services for the Elderly
- Previous supervisory or mentoring experience
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Experience using Case Management Systems and Laserforms
- Good working knowledge of Excel
Desirable Experience
- Experience with property-related matters
- Full driving licence and access to a vehicle
The Ideal Candidate Will Be
- Organised and proactive
- Ambitious and commercially aware
- Client-focused with excellent communication skills
- Comfortable working within a fast-paced and collaborative environment
- Capable of managing competing priorities effectively
- Confident supporting and developing junior team members
Why Apply?
This is an opportunity to join a respected and established regional practice with a strong reputation across Merseyside. The firm offers a genuinely supportive working environment, quality work, long-term career progression and an employee-focused culture. Benefits include:
- Hybrid and agile working
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Generous pension contribution
- Strong holiday allowance
- Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
- Healthcare and wellbeing benefits
- Death in service benefit
- Supportive and collaborative team culture
- Professional networking and business development opportunities
COP Manager in Liverpool employer: Simpson Judge Ltd
This respected regional practice in Merseyside offers a supportive culture and quality work. Employees benefit from ongoing training, a strong holiday allowance, and healthcare perks, fostering long-term career progression.
