Job Description

Role:

Paralegal - Court of Protection

Reports to:

Department Manager

Office base:

Wigan, WN3 5BA

Hours:

35 hours per week, Mon - Fri

Are you a law graduate looking for an exciting, new opportunity?

Or are you already an experienced paralegal looking to accelerate your career?

What about working for a Sunday Times Top 100 employer as well as a well-respected firm who genuinely cares about your career and development?

Come and join our Court of Protection team within our Wills & Probate Department!

The role:

You'll be assisting in the management of financial affairs Deputyships and working with the directors of Stephensons Trust Corporation which is the Corporate Deputy.

What makes this role great?

This role offers a rewarding and varied career within our Court of Protection and Private Client team, combining meaningful client interaction with technical legal work. You'll support vulnerable individuals and their families, attend care settings, draft court applications, and manage sensitive cases with compassion and precision. The work involves ongoing risk assessments, liaising with professionals and family members, and ensuring strict compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks. You'll play a vital role in progressing cases efficiently, contributing to the department's profitability, and promoting the Stephensons brand. With opportunities to handle Wills, LPAs, Trusts, and Estate Administration, this is a dynamic position that allows you to grow professionally while making a real difference.



Please Click Here for details about our Wills & Probate Team.

About You:

Essential:-

5 GCSE's including English and Maths at C and above. A level or higher educational qualification. Experience of admin duties Good standard of computer literacy and experience with IT systems Excellent communication skills at all levels, both face to face and over the telephone Great time management and organisation skills Ability to work to tight deadlines Ability to consider and extrapolate relevant issues Ability to work as part of a team or under delegated tasks reporting directly to supervising fee earner

Desirable:-

A relevant degree or working towards. Experience in working within the legal sector Experience of working as a paralegal Experience of acting for vulnerable people lacking mental capacity Experience of using a Case Management system

Personality/Other Qualities

A sensitive and empathetic nature and an ability to deal with difficult and controversial subject matter A desire to learn Court of Protection work and develop an expertise in it. Discretion and ability to work in a confidential work environment under pressure Ability to work amidst frequent interruptions Working under time orientated pressure Ability to analyse issues and identify key points Valid UK driving license - not essential but beneficial.


We also look for individuals who embody our brand values; approachable, flexible, inclusive, resilient and supportive.

Why Stephensons?

Stephensons is an award winning, top 150 law firm with a strong commitment to the future growth and development of the business. With an ambitious mind set, yet approachable and down to earth attitude, Stephensons provides an exciting place for long term career development and progression. Whilst we do look for highly motivated and driven individuals, we also have a strong commitment to work life balance and flexibility.



Why not click here to see why you should come and work for us and here's a brief insight from our Managing Partner, Sean Joyce, into what we're all about at Stephensons.

What can we offer?

Flexibility! Our agile/hybrid way of working means you get to work from where you feel comfortable. You can work from home, and we have modern and comfortable offices in Wigan where you can spend time with your team. We are extremely flexible and have the utmost respect for your personal lives. There are no expectations on you to work long hours or to sacrifice your personal lives for work.

What else can we offer?

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here

to view details of our benefits package

Generous annual leave package which increases with service Salary sacrifice pension scheme Early monthly pay scheme Life Assurance Holiday sale & purchase scheme
Well-being package (financial, physical and mental health support) Free parking Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
Will writing service
Season ticket & travel support Payroll giving scheme Social events & clubs Reward and recognition schemes Internal referral scheme Retail vouchers/cashback schemes Free eye tests Cycle to work scheme

* Service length conditions apply