Court of Protection Senior Associate

Court of Protection Senior Associate – Lancashire – Up to £90,000 + Bonus + Benefits

A highly regarded Top Tier Legal 500 firm is seeking a Court of Protection Senior Associate in Lancashire to join its growing and well-established team.

As a Court of Protection Senior Associate in Lancashire, you’ll play a key role in leading and developing the department, handling complex property and affairs matters for a high-quality client base.

This opportunity offers strong progression, leadership responsibility and high-value work within a respected national practice.

The Role

• Managing complex Court of Protection property and affairs matters
• Handling high-value deputyships and ongoing client management
• Advising on personal injury trusts and associated matters
• Supporting applications for statutory wills and gifts
• Working closely with clients, families and professionals
• Supervising and mentoring junior team members
• Supporting the growth and development of the department
• Delivering high standards of client care

The Candidate

• 6+ PQE Court of Protection Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Strong experience across complex and high-value COP matters
• Experience with deputyships and property and affairs work
• Litigation experience desirable but not essential
• Experience with PI trusts, statutory wills or gifts advantageous
• Strong leadership and supervisory skills
• Excellent organisation and time management
• Client-focused with strong interpersonal skills

The Benefits and How to Apply

• Salary up to £90,000 depending on experience
• Exceptional bonus scheme and flexible benefits
• Hybrid working (2 days office-based)
• 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• High-quality caseload
• Clear progression opportunities

Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone

Contact: Rachel Thompson, Retrained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 Mobile: 07939 986 652

Email: rachel.thompson@williamjamesrecruitment.com

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William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments