Award Winning Legal 500 Law Firm with National Presence 
Specialist Team

An excellent opportunity for a Solicitor or FCILEx with up to 4 years’ PQE to join the Court of Protection (Property & Affairs) team at an award-winning Legal 500 law firm with offices across the UK.

This is a fantastic role for a Court of Protection specialist seeking to manage a high-quality Property & Affairs caseload, contribute to department growth, and thrive in a supportive, collaborative environment that genuinely prioritizes client care and employee well-being.

The Role
You will undertake fee-earning work and make a profitable contribution to the Court of Protection Property & Affairs department. Working closely with colleagues, you will handle delegated work and manage general deputyship matters while delivering exceptional service in clear, user-friendly language.

The team places a strong emphasis on mutual support, and you will be backed to develop your technical skills and expand your professional network through tailored business development initiatives.

Your work is likely to include:

End-to-end management of Court of Protection Property & Affairs and deputyship matters

Conducting client matters with diligence, ensuring technical excellence and client care

Participating in business development through networking, article writing, and industry events

Accurate time recording, fee agreement, and billing in strict line with Court of Protection rules

Maintaining financial control, including taking funds on account for fees and disbursements

About You
The ideal candidate will have:

Qualified Solicitor or FCILEx status with up to 4 years’ PQE gained within a COP P&A department

Proven ability to competently and proactively manage Court of Protection matters

Excellent communication, effective time management, and strong organizational skills

Self-motivation with the initiative to meet tight deadlines under minimal supervision

Passion for personal development and an ambition to progress within the firm

Alignment with firm values: Cooperation, Courage, Excellence, Integrity, and Kindness

The Firm
You will be joining a progressive, nationally recognized practice whose mission is to empower clients to achieve everything from their basic needs to their wildest dreams.

Following an initial office-based probation period in Reading, the role transitions to a flexible hybrid working pattern (minimum 3 days office-based). The firm fosters a collaborative, non-judgmental atmosphere where teamwork, open communication, and client confidentiality are central to every department.

Benefits
The benefits package includes:

Competitive salary plus firm-wide annual bonus scheme

Hybrid working policy (35 hours/week, core hours 9am–5pm)

25 days’ annual leave (FTE) + 3 days off at Christmas + 5 extra days paid leave every 5 years

Birthday perks: £50 gift card plus a late start or early finish

Christmas gift card (£50) and seasonal closure

4% pension employer contribution (Standard Life) and Life Assurance (3x salary)

24/7 Employee Assistance Program, GP helpline, and free annual flu injection

Vivup well-being portal, Tastecard app discounts, and Electric Car Salary Sacrifice / Cycle to Work schemes

Interested? If you are looking for a role where you can build genuine breadth of experience, take ownership of your own work and develop within an experienced team, this could be an excellent next step.

Get in touch! For more information, or to discuss this opportunity confidentially, please contact Leon Sokell on 07932465567 or at [email protected].