Head of Private Client

James Andrews Recruitment Solutions Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group pension scheme with employer contributions

Income protection

25 days annual leave

Free conveyancing services

Birthday leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Critical illness cover

Life assurance from day one

Job summary

A well-established law firm in the UK is seeking a Senior HR and Legal Recruiter to head a Private Client Department. This full-time role offers a salary of £60,000 to £85,000 and involves leading a team, managing complex cases, and driving departmental growth. Ideal candidates will have at least 10 years of PQE in private client law, alongside excellent leadership and mentoring skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years PQE required.
• Proven experience in team leadership and departmental management.
• Strong expertise in private client law.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team across multiple offices.
• Set and implement the department’s strategic direction.
• Ensure high standards of service in complex areas.

Skills

Team leadership

Private client law expertise

Problem-solving skills

Performance management

Mentoring staff

Job description

Senior HR and Legal Recruiter covering the West Midlands and North West | Director at St Paul’s Talent Solutions - Rec2Rec in Birmingham and London 🔥

We are seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head a Private Client Department within a well‑established law firm. The role is a full‑time position, paying £60,000 - £85,000 (DOE).

This is a rare opportunity to take charge of a successful team, shape its future, and make a lasting impact across a network of offices.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of around 30 professionals across multiple offices.
• Set and implement the department’s strategic direction.
• Ensure high standards of service in complex areas including trusts, wills, probate, and estate planning.
• Oversee all aspects of employee management, supported by HR.
• Maintain strong client relationships with professionalism and care.
• Drive business development initiatives and departmental growth.
• Provide technical supervision and mentorship to the team.
• Manage your own caseload.

Skills Required

• Proven experience in team leadership and departmental management.
• Strong expertise in private client law, ideally including trusts.
• A collaborative and proactive approach to problem‑solving.
• Confidence in managing performance, mentoring staff, and driving growth.
• Minimum 10 years PQE.

Benefits Package

• Group pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Income protection.
• 25 days annual leave (rising to 30 with service).
• Free conveyancing and discounted legal services.
• Birthday leave – enjoy an extra day off on your birthday.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Critical illness cover.
• Life assurance from day one.

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

At James Andrews Recruitment Solutions we try to respond to all applications personally, however, due to the high volume of applications this is not always possible. If you have not heard back from us within 72 hours, please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Don’t forget our recommendation scheme: Recommend a friend or colleague to us and receive up to £100 each once they have completed 20 days in a role via James Andrews! Terms and conditions apply, contact us for details.

Seniority level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment type

• Full‑time

Job function

• Legal

Industries

• Staffing and Recruiting

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