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Court of Protection Legal Director, West Yorkshire
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Client:
REALM RECRUIT
Location:
West Yorkshire, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
861286703f63
Job Views:
4
Posted:
02.07.2025
Expiry Date:
16.08.2025
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Job Description:
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1. Step into a senior role with one of the UK’s largest, most respected Court of Protection teams
2. Lead on complex, high-value deputyship matters and help shape the department’s future
3. Excellent package, career security, and access to a national platform for progression
An award-winning national law firm is looking to appoint a Legal Director to its well-established Yorkshire Court of Protection team. With over 200 professionals across the country, 1,300 deputyships, and a caseload comprising some of the UK’s most complex property and affairs matters, this is a unique opportunity to play a senior role in a thriving national practice.
You’ll work alongside experienced Legal Directors and Partners, supporting strategic departmental development while continuing to handle a high-quality caseload. Whether your focus is technical excellence, leadership, or progression to partnership, you’ll have the resources, recognition and flexibility to succeed.
Who we’re looking for
4. Experienced Court of Protection solicitor operating at or ready for Legal Director level
5. Expertise in managing high-value deputyship cases, including property acquisition, investment structures, and financial oversight
6. Strong leadership and mentoring ability with a collaborative mindset
7. Commercially aware and comfortable contributing to departmental strategy
8. Passionate about delivering a gold-standard service to vulnerable clients
Salary & benefits
9. £70,000–£80,000 depending on experience
10. Bonus scheme
11. 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
12. Hybrid working – typically 1–2 days in the office per week
13. Fully expensed car, fuel and parking
14. Career development and progression to partnership
15. Inclusive, collaborative culture with 91% staff retention
16. One of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
If you’re a senior Court of Protection solicitor ready to step into a Legal Director role and join a firm where you can truly make your mark, get in touch with Bill Szajna-Hopgood at[emailprotected] or call03300 245 606for a confidential chat.
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