head-of-private-client

enl; Worcester; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

eNL is seeking an ambitious Head of Private Client in Worcestershire with 5+ PQE to take ownership of a thriving department, lead a seasoned team and shape the strategic direction of the private client practice.

The role covers wills, trusts, probate, LPAs and tax planning for high‑net‑worth clients, with ongoing business development, client relationship management and a clear path toward partnership for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Substantial experience across the full range of Private Client work.
• Proven management or leadership experience in a legal department.
• Strong client relationship and business development skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Private Client department.
• Advise on wills, trusts, probate, LPAs and wealth planning.
• Drive growth and strategic direction of the practice.

Skills

Leadership

Client relationship management

Private Client expertise

Business development

Education

Solicitor (Qualified)

FCILEx (optional)

Tools

LEAP

Job description

Head of Private Client | 5+ PQE | Worcestershire | Salary from £45,000, plus annual bonus | Are you an ambitious Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive looking to take ownership of a thriving department? If so, this could be the role for you.

The OpportunityA highly respected and long-established Worcestershire law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Private Client to take responsibility for its successful Private Client team.This is an excellent opportunity to step into a well-run department with a strong existing client base, an excellent reputation throughout the local community, and a substantial, well-managed caseload. The firm acts for a diverse range of high-net-worth individuals and families, including clients with complex and significant estates.

The RoleThe appointed individual will take a leading role in managing and developing the Private Client department, advising on a comprehensive range of matters, including:

• Wills, trusts and estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Trust establishment and ongoing administration
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Court of Protection work
• Inheritance Tax planning
• High-value and complex estates
• Lifetime wealth management, preservation and succession planning

As a senior position within the firm, the role will involve more than fee-earning. The successful candidate will have significant influence over the future development and strategic direction of both the department and the wider business.

The SupportThe successful candidate will inherit a strong operational structure and an experienced support team, including:

• Guidance and support from experienced partners
• An established and experienced Private Client assistant
• A dedicated secretary responsible for LPAs and associated work
• LEAP case management software
• Digital dictation facilities
• Access to external accountancy support for tax calculations when required

The department is already well organised and profitable, with a strong foundation in place and a smooth transition anticipated for the successful appointment.

The CandidateThe firm is open to applications from:

• Qualified Solicitors
• Chartered Legal Executives (FCILEx)
• Experienced Private Client lawyers with proven management or leadership experience

The ideal candidate will:

• Bring substantial experience across the full range of Private Client work
• Be confident in managing, leading and developing a department
• Have a genuine interest in building lasting client relationships
• Demonstrate commercial awareness and a proactive approach
• Be seeking a long-term move with clear opportunities for career development
• Have ambitions to progress towards partnership

Long-Term ProgressionThis position offers genuine scope for long-term career development within the firm. The preference is for an individual who wants to build a lasting future with the business and play an important role in its continued growth.For the right person, and subject to performance, contribution and cultural fit, there is the potential to progress towards partnership and, ultimately, equity participation.

eNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.