Head of Private Client Dept | Lead 30+ Team Across 7 Offices

Battens Solicitor Limited; Wareham; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm based in the UK is seeking an experienced leader for the Head of Private Client Department role. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of 30 professionals across multiple offices, setting strategic direction, and ensuring high standards in complex areas of law. Candidates must have minimum 10 years of PQE in private client law, particularly in Trusts, and exhibit strong leadership and problem-solving skills. This position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.

Benefits

Group pension scheme

Income protection

25 days annual leave, increasing to 30

Free conveyancing

Recruitment bonus scheme

Birthday leave

Employee Assistance Programme

Critical illness cover

Life assurance

Qualifications

• Proven experience in team leadership and departmental management.
• Strong expertise in private client law ideally including Trusts.
• Confidence in managing performance and driving growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of 30 across 7 offices.
• Set and implement the department's strategic direction.
• Ensure high service standards in trusts, wills, probate, and estate planning.

Skills

Team leadership

Departmental management

Private client law

Problem-solving

Performance management

Education

10 years PQE

Job description

A reputable law firm based in the UK is seeking an experienced leader for the Head of Private Client Department role. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a team of 30 professionals across multiple offices, setting strategic direction, and ensuring high standards in complex areas of law. Candidates must have minimum 10 years of PQE in private client law, particularly in Trusts, and exhibit strong leadership and problem-solving skills. This position offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package.