Job Description
Head of Court of Protection
Senior Private Client Role Leadership Opportunity East Kent
The Opportunity
A highly regarded, well-established regional law firm is seeking an experienced Head of Court of Protection to lead and further develop its specialist Court of Protection function within the Private Client department.
This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to take full ownership of the Court of Protection practice, shape strategy, develop people and processes and play a key part in the firm's continued growth across East Kent.
The Role
You will have responsibility for the management, development and day-to-day supervision of the Court of Protection team, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, compliant and client-focused service.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and developing the Court of Protection function
- Managing and supervising fee earners and support staff
- Creating and refining processes, procedures and workflows
- Ensuring full compliance with Deputy Standards, OPG requirements and internal policies
- Handling complex deputyship matters from instruction to resolution
Your technical caseload will include:
- Property and affairs deputyships
- Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs)
- Annual OPG reporting
- Financial management and oversight
- Client visits and welfare considerations
- Liaison with financial institutions, medical professionals, care providers and social services
Wider Private Client Work
In addition to Court of Protection matters, the role incorporates broader private client work, including:
- Wills and estate planning
- LPAs and trusts
- Inheritance tax planning
- Probate and estate administration
- Agricultural and high-value estates
- Mentoring and supervising junior fee earners
About You
- An experienced Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive
- Significant Court of Protection expertise, including deputyship work
- Proven leadership, supervision or team-management experience
- Strong knowledge of OPG requirements and regulatory compliance
- Excellent communication and client-care skills
- Commercially aware, with the ability to support business development and departmental growth
What's on Offer?
- A key leadership position within a respected regional firm
- Opportunity to shape and grow a specialist Court of Protection offering
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Competitive salary and benefits package (dependent on experience)
- Long-term career progression and professional stability
How to Apply:
- Online: Apply with your updated CV via the provided link
- Contact: For immediate consideration, contact Robert Rowland at G2 Legal
We look forward to hearing from you.
