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Court of Protection Paralegal - Newcastle - Open to Different Backgrounds PLEASE READ BELOW

qed legal
Posted a day ago, valid for 15 days
Location

Newcastle Upon Tyne, Northumberland NE19 2BG, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Court of Protection Paralegal position is based in Newcastle upon Tyne and offers hybrid working options.
  • This full-time, permanent role comes with a competitive salary and a bonus scheme.
  • Candidates are preferred to have experience as a paralegal in Court of Protection, Serious Injury, or Private Client work, although training will be provided.
  • The successful applicant will support clients with legal and administrative matters while working closely with various teams and professionals.
  • Ideal candidates should be empathetic, highly organized, and possess strong communication skills.
Court of Protection ParalegalLocation: Newcastle upon Tyne (Hybrid working available)Job Type: Full-Time | PermanentSalary: Competitive + Bonus SchemeExperience Level: Paralegal (experience in Court of Protection, Serious Injury, or Private Client preferred)About the Role We’re seeking a Court of Protection Paralegal to support a expanding team and help continue providing outstanding service to clients who have suffered life-changing injuries.You’ll work closely with the Professional Deputies, Neurotrauma and Personal Injury teams, as well as families, therapists, and other professionals. You’ll play a vital role in improving the lives of vulnerable individuals by providing clear, compassionate, and practical legal support.Your responsibilities will include:
  • Supporting clients with legal and administrative matters, including financial planning and lifestyle support
  • Attending clients in hospitals, care homes, or at home
  • Drafting court applications, letters, and documents in plain English
  • Preparing annual reports for the Office of the Public Guardian
  • Making regular payments and maintaining accurate financial records and forecasts
  • Assisting with legal advice under supervision
  • Instructing professionals to conduct assessments of capacity, care needs, or therapies
  • Reviewing financial documentation relating to client investments
About You This role is ideal for someone who is:
  • Empathetic and professional, with experience supporting people in sensitive or distressing circumstances
  • Highly organised, accurate, and able to manage a busy workload with confidence and care
  • A team player who communicates clearly and effectively with clients and colleagues
  • Self-motivated with strong judgement and an understanding of when to seek support
Experience requirements:
  • Previous experience as a paralegal in any legal discipline is desirable
  • Experience in Court of Protection, Serious Injury, Neurotrauma, or Private Client work is an advantage but not essential—full training will be provided
Why Join?
  • Competitive salary and firm-wide bonus scheme
  • Fully supported hybrid working model
  • Excellent opportunities for career progression
  • A strong sense of purpose and commitment to community
  • A friendly, open, and inclusive team environmentApply now for a confidential discussion or reach out the Beth Livings at QED Legal.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.