Job Description

Position: Newly Qualified Solicitor - Court of Protection (Property & Affairs)

Location: Central London (Hybrid Working)

About the Role

We are recruiting on behalf of a highly respected London law firm for a Newly Qualified (0 - 1 PQE) Solicitor to join their specialist Court of Protection Property & Affairs team. This is an outstanding opportunity to build a career in a niche and rewarding area of law.

The successful candidate will work alongside experienced solicitors managing deputyship and estate administration matters, providing an essential service to vulnerable individuals and their families. The firm offers a hybrid working arrangement, private medical insurance, and a structured career development pathway.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a caseload of Court of Protection Property & Affairs matters under supervision, including:

Preparing and submitting deputyship applications to the Court of Protection

Statutory will applications

Assisting in the administration of high-value estates

Draft legal documents, reports, and client correspondence in a clear and professional manner

Investigations of any financial abuse

Support senior solicitors on complex or contested deputyship cases

Maintain accurate financial records and ensure strict compliance with Court of Protection rules

Provide empathetic and professional client service, building trusted relationships with clients, their families, and external professionals

Candidate Requirements

Qualified Solicitor (0-1 PQE) or due to qualify within the next 6 months

Strong interest or prior experience in Court of Protection Property & Affairs, Private Client, or related financial administration work

Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to handle a varied caseload efficiently

Strong numeracy skills and commercial awareness relating to property and financial matters

Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with a sensitive and professional approach to vulnerable clients

Proactive team player with a willingness to learn and develop within a specialist department

Benefits

Competitive salary dependent on experience

Hybrid working model (Central London office and hybrid working flexibility)

Private medical insurance and comprehensive benefits package

Pension scheme and generous holiday entitlement

Structured professional development and mentoring from industry-leading specialists

Opportunity to work on complex, high-value deputyship matters in a well-respected team

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 40,000.00-55,000.00 per year

Additional pay:

Bonus scheme Yearly bonus
Benefits:

Flexitime Private medical insurance Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London NW1 6TT