Head of Private Client

G2 Legal Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

G2 Legal Limited in the city centre seeks a Head of Private Client with 8+ years' PQE to lead a small, collaborative department and drive high-quality private client work.

You will mentor a team of solicitors, a trainee and support staff, and build the department with an eye on long-term partnership prospects.

Qualifications

• Private Client Solicitor with 8+ years' PQE.
• Strong technical private client experience.
• Previous supervision or management experience.
• Ambition to develop a team and department.
• Desire to play a key role within a smaller, collaborative firm.

Responsibilities

• Lead an established team of Solicitors, a Trainee and Support Staff.
• Provide day-to-day supervision, mentoring and direction.
• Continue to handle quality private client work.

Skills

Leadership

Private Client Law

Mentoring

Team leadership

Supervision

Job description

Head of Private Client | £60,000-£65,000 | Partnership Potential

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor ready to lead a team and shape the future of a department?

A well-established city-centre firm is looking for a senior Private Client Solicitor to join asHead of Department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who has reached a ceiling in a larger firm and is looking for a genuine leadership role with long-term partnership prospects.

The Firm

Known for its longstanding legal aid heritage and commitment to supporting vulnerable clients, this friendly and supportive firm combines strong private client work with a people-focused culture. You'll join a close-knit team where your contribution will be visible and valued.

The Role

You’ll lead an established team of Solicitors, a Trainee and Support Staff, providing day-to-day supervision, mentoring and direction while continuing to handle quality private client work.

What This Firm is Looking For

• Private Client Solicitor with8+ years' PQE
• Strong technical private client experience
• Previous supervision or management experience
• Supportive, approachable leadership style
• Ambition to develop a team and department
• Desire to play a key role within a smaller, collaborative firm

What's on Offer?

• £60,000-£65,000 salary
• Hybrid working after an initial office-based period
• Flexible working culture
• Excellent training and development
• Friendly, supportive team environment
• Regular social events
• Clear pathway to partnership

This is a rare opportunity to step into a true Head of Department position and make a lasting impact within a respected, community-focused firm.