At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop a specialist Court of Protection practice while managing complex financial matters.
- Company: A leading national law firm with a strong Private Client team.
- Benefits: Up to £120,000 salary, generous bonuses, hybrid working, and 30 days annual leave.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on mentoring and developing future legal talent.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a senior role with strategic influence and growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Experienced Court of Protection lawyer with strong leadership and business development skills.
The predicted salary is between 120000 - 120000 £ per year.
A leading national law firm is seeking a Court of Protection Partner in Manchester to join its highly regarded Private Client team. As a Court of Protection Partner in Manchester, you’ll take on a senior leadership role with full responsibility for developing and growing a specialist Property and Affairs practice. This opportunity offers real strategic influence, access to a strong referral network and the platform to build a market-leading offering.
The Role
- Leading and developing a specialist Court of Protection Property and Affairs practice
- Managing complex deputyships and high-value financial matters
- Advising HNW and vulnerable clients on long-term financial management
- Driving the strategic growth of the Court of Protection offering
- Building relationships with clients, families and professional advisers
- Collaborating with senior partners across the wider Private Client team
- Leading business development and profile-raising initiatives
- Mentoring and developing junior lawyers
The Candidate
- Established Court of Protection Partner or senior lawyer stepping up
- Strong technical expertise in Property and Affairs matters
- Proven experience managing complex deputyship work
- Commercially aware with a strong business development track record
- Confident working with HNW and vulnerable clients
- Entrepreneurial mindset with growth ambition
- Strong leadership and team development skills
- Driven by long-term strategic impact and autonomy
The Benefits
- Salary up to £120,000 depending on experience
- Generous bonus scheme and flexible benefits package
- Hybrid working (typically 2 days in office)
- 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Strong national platform with internal referral network
- Investment in Private Client and Court of Protection growth
- Senior leadership role with clear strategic influence
We’re Hiring: Partner - Court of Protection employer: William James Recruitment
At William James Recruitment, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our Birmingham office provides flexible working options and a competitive salary package, alongside numerous employee benefits that support professional growth and work-life balance, making it an ideal environment for ambitious legal professionals seeking to advance their careers in contentious probate law.
