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Iris Software Group; Taplow; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal services firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor / Team Leader with over 8 years PQE. The role involves managing a complex client portfolio, leading a dynamic team, and delivering high-quality legal services. The ideal candidate will excel in client management and strategic leadership, demonstrating integrity and collaborative spirit. This position offers a highly competitive salary, bonus, and hybrid working options.

Benefits

Highly competitive salary

Bonus

Hybrid working

Excellent support

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a legal function or team at a strategic level.
• Demonstrates a track record of delivering a high-quality legal service.
• Skilled in managing a diverse client base and expectations.

Responsibilities

• Effectively manage a diverse and complex caseload.
• Support, develop, and mentor team members.
• Work closely with department heads and partners on client work.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

High-Quality Service Delivery

Client Handling & Expectation Management

Client-Focused & Innovative Mindset

Integrity & Collaboration

Influencing & Negotiation Skills

Cultural Awareness & Emotional Intelligence

Technical & Digital Proficiency

Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills

Business Development Engagement

Job description

Job Overview

Delivery of High-Quality, Tailored Legal Services – Provide a comprehensive, bespoke, and supportive legal service to a broad range of private clients, ensuring advice is delivered to the highest professional standard. Proactive Management of a Complex Client Portfolio – Effectively manage a diverse and often complex caseload, anticipating client needs and applying specialist expertise across Wills, Trusts, Tax and Probate to enhance the overall client experience. Team Leadership, Development and Mentorship – Support, develop and mentor team members, offering guidance on complex matters and contributing to the continuous professional growth of the department. Departmental and Strategic Support – Work closely with the Head of Department and Partners, assisting with client work, departmental management responsibilities, and the achievement of wider strategic objectives aligned with the firm’s vision.

Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Strategic Leadership - Proven experience managing a legal function or team at a strategic level, contributing to the direction, development and success of the department.
• High-Quality Service Delivery - Demonstrates a track record of delivering a highly successful, high-quality legal service with consistently strong outcomes for clients.
• Client Handling & Expectation Management - Skilled in managing a diverse client base, responding appropriately to their individual needs, and effectively managing expectations throughout the engagement.
• Client-Focused & Innovative Mindset - Brings a positive, proactive and solutions-driven approach with a strong focus on client care and continuous improvement.
• Integrity & Collaboration - Acts with professionalism and integrity at all times. Shares knowledge openly, supports colleagues, and actively contributes to a collaborative and inclusive working environment.
• Influencing & Negotiation Skills - Experienced in negotiating, facilitating and influencing stakeholders to achieve positive and commercially aligned outcomes.
• Cultural Awareness & Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrates respect for differing cultural perspectives, communicates constructively, and shows high levels of empathy, understanding and professionalism.
• Technical & Digital Proficiency - Computer and web literate with strong ICT skills, comfortable using digital tools, case management systems, and emerging technologies.
• Analytical & Problem-Solving Skills - Exhibits excellent problem-solving abilities with a methodical approach and strong attention to detail.
• Business Development Engagement - Willing and able to support marketing and business development initiatives, including networking, writing articles, attending events and delivering presentations.

Job Description: Senior Private Client Solicitor / Team Leader – 8+ PQE. Location: Maidenhead (with flexibility across Thames Valley offices). Salary & Benefits: Highly competitive package + bonus + hybrid working + excellent support. About the Firm: This firm is a highly…