Head of Department (Private Client) - Essex

BWF Legal Recruitment; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm is looking for a Head of Department to lead their Private Client team. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact while ensuring high-quality service delivery. You will oversee a dedicated team, manage complex cases, and enhance the firm's profile through business development and networking. With a strong emphasis on leadership and client service, this position provides an excellent opportunity for career progression in a supportive environment. If you're a legal professional ready to take the next step, this is an exciting opportunity for you.

Benefits

Excellent bonus structure

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Auto-enrolment pension

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Significant experience managing a wide-ranging private client caseload.
• Strong leadership capabilities to supervise fee earners within the team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage an established Private Client Team.
• Handle complex cases and estate administration matters.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Organisational Skills

Judgement

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Head of Department to lead their Private Client team and oversee the department's growth of this well-established law firm. This is an excellent opportunity for a legal professional to make a significant impact while working within a firm dedicated to providing high-quality service.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage an established Private Client Team
• Handle a variety of complex cases, as well as estate administration matters
• Maintain the firm's profile through business development, networking and marketing activities
• Collaborate with colleagues to deliver exceptional client service

Requirements

• Significant experience managing a wide-ranging private client caseload
• Strong leadership capabilities to supervise fee earners within the team.
• Analytical and organisational skills.
• Ability to use initiative and sound judgement

Benefits

• Excellent bonus structure
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Auto-enrolment pension
• Career progression opportunities

How to Apply

Send your CV to [e-mail] or contact Kingsley Raffael on 01279 464455.