Unmissable leadership opportunity in a well-established team
Top-of-market salary with no-following-required
Plenty of home working – up to three days a week
Enjoy a supportive working environment

Our client, a full-service law firm with a national reach, is seeking an experienced Court of Protection Solicitor to lead their highly regarded team based in Manchester. This law firm prides itself on combining the expertise and professionalism of a large organisation with the personal touch of a smaller firm. With a friendly and close-knit culture, they offer a unique atmosphere where you can truly shine.In exchange, this role comes not only with a fantastic salary but also an attractive benefits package. The firm is dedicated to supporting work-life balance with the option to work from home for three days each week and flexible working hours to suit your lifestyle.You'll have the chance to lead an established team packed with talent, ensuring the provision of top-quality legal protection services. Your pivotal role will contribute significantly to the firm, providing direction to a dedicated team and making a tangible difference in the lives of clients. With ample work already available, your focus will be on steering the team rather than on business development, allowing you to concentrate on professional excellence and client care.You'll be a Court of Protection Solicitor with at least eight years' post-qualification experience under your belt, ready to step up and take charge as head of a dynamic department. The firm seeks someone with the vision to lead, the expertise to inspire confidence, and the dedication to nurture client relationships.In return, you’ll enjoy a rare combination of benefits, including a top-of-market salary, extensive annual leave, the flexibility to work up to three days from home, and a clear pathway for progression within the firm.Our client is not just another law firm; they are passionate leaders in their field, committed to making a difference. Their specialism in the Court of Protection sector means they are at the forefront of providing legal services that truly impact lives. With a warm culture that maintains its client-first approach despite the firm’s growth, the firm offers a genuinely supportive work environment where part-time arrangements are also considered, underscoring its dedication to work-life balance.If you're looking for a role where you can lead, grow, and balance your professional and personal life in a supportive and esteemed law firm, this is the opening you’ve been waiting for.How to apply for this role If this sounds like the job for you, you can apply via this website by clicking ‘Apply’ above. Alternatively, contact Kelly Reid at Realm Recruit to learn more about this opportunity or to register your interest.Kelly is an Associate Director at Realm. Working exclusively within private client, contentious probate and court of protection recruitment, she works with law firms of all sizes across the North West, from private client boutiques to multi-service national firms. Kelly’s in-depth market knowledge and contacts enable her to match private client solicitors with the right firms and roles for them. Know someone else who might be the perfect fit?Let them know about this role – if we place your referral, you could be rewarded with up to £500 in vouchers of your choice. Please remember: the details provided regarding salary and experience are meant as guidelines only.Realm Recruit is devoted to accommodating applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. Should you require additional support to make an application, please get in touch with Realm to discuss how we can assist.

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