Job Description

Position:

Junior Solicitor - Court of Protection (Property & Financial Affairs)

Location:

Central London | Hybrid Working

Why This Role?

We're working with a highly regarded London law firm that is expanding its Court of Protection Property & Financial Affairs team. This is an excellent opening for a Newly Qualified Solicitor (0-2 PQE) who is looking to carve out a career in a niche, rewarding area of law.

This role offers a rare blend of high-quality casework, structured career development, and genuine work-life balance. With hybrid working, a strong benefits package, and exposure to complex deputyship matters, it's the perfect platform to grow your expertise in a specialist practice area.

The Opportunity

As part of this team, you will:

Manage your own caseload of Court of Protection matters (with supervision and support) Draft and file deputyship and statutory will applications Assist in administering high-value estates Prepare clear, accurate legal documents and client communications Support senior colleagues on complex or contested deputyship cases Investigate potential financial abuse issues Build lasting relationships with clients, families, and external professionals while providing a sensitive, professional service
What We're Looking For

A qualified Solicitor (0-2 PQE) or trainee close to qualification Genuine interest (or prior experience) in Court of Protection, Private Client, or financial management work Strong organisational and time-management skills Excellent numeracy and commercial awareness relating to property and financial matters Outstanding written and verbal communication skills with empathy and professionalism A proactive team player eager to develop expertise in a specialist area
What's in It for You

Competitive salary depending on experience Flexible hybrid working (Central London office base) Private medical insurance and a well-rounded benefits package Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme Mentorship and training from market-leading specialists Opportunity to work on high-value and complex deputyship cases
This is a standout opportunity for an NQ solicitor who wants to step into a specialist area of law and gain hands-on experience with the support of an outstanding team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 45,000.00-65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Flexitime Private medical insurance Work from home
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London WC1A