Head of Department (Court of Protection)

Head of Department (Court of Protection – Property & Affairs)

Location: Hybrid – UK based with regular travel to the North West

Salary: Competitive (DOE/PQE) + On Target Bonus

Benefits: 28 days holiday + bank holidays, holiday buy/sell scheme, hybrid working, 5% company pension contribution, life assurance, EAP, private medical insurance for you and your family – plus money saving perks…

🚀 Step into Strategic Leadership at Simpson Millar

If you’ve been managing people, supporting junior lawyers, and driving team performance – and you’re now looking for your first formal Head of Department role – this could be the perfect next step.

👉 Why consider this role?

You’ll take ownership of the operational, technical, and commercial performance of our Chambers-ranked Court of Protection team. Lead a talented group of solicitors, legal executives, and paralegals – and help shape the future of our department.

👉 What’s does it involve?

• Managing the performance and development of your team
• Overseeing technical quality, compliance, and service delivery
• Monitoring and improving departmental KPIs and financial performance
• Playing a key role in the firm’s wider leadership and strategic planning
• Driving innovation and best practice in a tech-enabled legal environment
• Managing a reduced caseload

👉 Who are we looking for?

• Significant Grade A experience in Court of Protection – Property & Affairs
• Prior experience managing people (even if not formally in a HoD role)
• A natural leader – confident, commercially aware, and supportive
• Strong communication and collaboration skills across all levels
• Ambition to shape and grow a high-performing department
• We’re open to hearing from candidates who have led smaller teams, managed a sub-group within a department, or played a key role in mentoring and supervision – this could be the perfect platform for your next step.

👉 Why join Simpson Millar?

At Simpson Millar, we’re reimagining what a modern legal services provider can be. With an emphasis on accessibility, innovation, and client service, we value fresh thinking and bold leadership. If you're passionate about people, performance, and progress – we want to hear from you.

🔗 Apply today or message us directly to find out more.

Simpson Millar is committed to diversity, inclusion and flexible working.

No agencies please – speculative CVs will be treated as a gift.

👉 Ready to lead the future of Court of Protection law?

Apply now with your CV and we’ll contact you with next steps. Would you prefer to discuss the role in more detail before you apply? Sure! Simply contact the Recruitment team on 0113 487 6690.