Court Of Protection Paralegal/Solicitor

We are seeking an adept Court of Protection Paralegal/Solicitor to join our Client's highly regarded Court of Protection team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload, providing specialist advice to clients within the professional services sector.

Client Details

Our client is a respected entity within the professional services industry, offering services to a diverse portfolio of clients. With a team size of over 500 professionals, they operate on a national scale from their headquarters in Manchester.

Description

As a Court of Protection Paralegal/Solicitor you will be:

• Running your own varied caseload of deputyships either arising from 1) personal injury or clinical negligence claims (pre- and post-settlement) and/or 2) deputyships from the OPG panel and local authority.
• Carrying out Grade C/D work on a broad range of deputyships matters, supporting Grade B senior file handlers and working closely with the deputies.
• Working within a sub-team of circa 6 within the wider department.
• Supporting and protecting client's needs on a wide range of issues including financial planning, management of their funds, assets, property and care arrangements.
• Working with families, therapists, case managers, social services and local authorities, care providers, government bodies, benefits agencies, financial institutions, and other professional bodies.

Profile

A successful Court of Protection Paralegal/Solicitor should have:

• An LLB degree or equivalent qualification.
• Experience in managing a diverse caseload of Court of Protection matters.
• Strong understanding of the professional services sector.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in research and documentation.
• The ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Job Offer

• A competitive salary dependent on experience
• Hybrid working, with the option to work from home one day per week.
• Minimum of 25 days' annual leave plus office closure between Christmas and New Year.
• One hour early finish one Friday per month.
• Two days per year dedicated to charitable work.

Please note that the level of experience identified in this advert is a guide only and does not preclude candidates with more or less experience from applying.

We encourage all suitable candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity within the professional services industry in Manchester.