Job Description
Senior Associate Solicitor – Court of ProtectionLocation: Reading (with hybrid working available)Department: Private Client – Court of ProtectionJob Type: Full-Time | PermanentPQE Level: 5+ YearsSalary: Competitive + Bonus + Benefits
About the Firm:Based in the heart of Reading, we are a forward-thinking and well-established law firm known for delivering expert legal services across the Thames Valley and beyond. Our growing Court of Protection team is recognised for its sensitive and client-focused approach, supporting vulnerable individuals and their families through complex legal matters involving capacity and financial management.
As part of our ongoing expansion, we are now seeking a Senior Associate Solicitor to lead and develop our Court of Protection offering in Reading, supporting high-value and complex deputyship matters.
The Role:You will take a lead role in managing a varied and often high-net-worth caseload of property and financial affairs deputyships, often involving complex injuries or capacity issues. You will act as a trusted advisor to lay and professional clients, oversee junior team members and contribute to the strategic growth of the team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Acting as professional deputy or trustee in complex cases
* Managing client finances and long-term care planning
* Handling statutory will, gifting and Court applications
* Supervising and mentoring junior team members
* Supporting business development and client relationship management
* Collaborating with the wider Private Client, PI and Clinical Negligence teams
About You:
* A qualified solicitor with 5+ years’ PQE
* Strong and demonstrable experience in Court of Protection (property & affairs)
* Comfortable dealing with vulnerable clients and their families with empathy
* A confident communicator with strong organisational skills
* Able to manage a complex caseload with minimal supervision
* STEP-qualified or working towards (desirable)
* Experience with high-value personal injury/clinical negligence settlements (advantageous)
What We Offer:
* A competitive salary and transparent bonus scheme
* Flexible hybrid working and a supportive team culture
* Private healthcare, pension scheme and enhanced leave
* Regular CPD and career development support
* Opportunity to influence and grow the Court of Protection practice area
Interested?We’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and covering letter to
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