Non-Qual Fee-Earner
Court of Protection
Merseyside
£26000 -£34000

Court of Protection Fee Earner

Ref: 1721| Posted: 9th Dec 2024

Eventus Legal is recruiting a Court of Protection Executive for a reputable law firm in Liverpool who are highly regarded for providing first class legal advice. This is a permanent, full time job role with flexible and hybrid working. Employee benefits include 25 days of holiday, referral bonuses, a long service award after 5 years, Paycare Healthcare plan, and a death in service award.

Role Responsibilities

As the Court of Protection Executive, you will be a Grade C Fee Earner with significant experience. Your role will involve leadership responsibilities, supporting the Team Leaders and Head of Department in the daily management of clients and team development.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Managing client files independently, ensuring targets for chargeable hours and recovery rates are met or exceeded
  • Providing training and support to junior team members
  • Collaborating with team leaders across the department, setting a standard for effective leadership
  • Offering empathetic support in emotionally challenging cases, identifying when additional support is required
  • Leading client meetings and communications with limited supervision, ensuring expectations are managed appropriately
  • Contributing to the efficiency of processes within the Court of Protection team and sharing best practices
  • Maintaining a strong understanding of client finances and ensuring profitability through effective case management
  • Regularly reviewing workload with supervisors to meet or exceed chargeable hour targets

 

Person Specification

The ideal candidate will be a Court of Protection Fee Earner and a passionate leader who excels at motivating and inspiring others. You will be a key figure in fostering a supportive learning environment and actively participate in training and development within the department. You should also possess the following qualities:

  • Strong leadership and people management skills
  • Excellent communication abilities, both internally and externally
  • A passion for achieving personal, departmental, and business goals
  • A belief in the firm’s ethos of Making a Positive Difference, ensuring this drives everything you do
  • A keen eye for process improvement and a positive, proactive attitude

 

Benefits and Rewards

This role comes with a competitive salary and an attractive benefits package, including:

  • 25 days holiday
  • Hybrid and flexible working
  • Long service award
  • Referral bonus
  • Death in service award
  • Employee assistance programme, and cash plan
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Unlimited access to training academy courses

 

Next Steps

Apply now if you are ready to take on a leadership role within a thriving Court of Protection team.

For a confidential discussion about this position, please contact Nikki Phillips at Eventus Recruitment Group via email at nikki.phillips@eventuslegal.com or phone 07530 737 333.

If this opportunity isn’t quite right for you but you're exploring new career options, get in touch for a confidential conversation about your future.

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