Legal Director

BDB Pitmans LLP; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK seeks a Legal Director or ambitious Senior Associate to join their Private Wealth team. This position involves managing a diverse caseload focusing on tax, trusts, and estate planning, while ensuring high-quality client service and team collaboration. The ideal candidate should hold admission to the Solicitors Roll and possess over 8 years of PQE, with or without team leadership experience. Engagement in business development and client relationship management is also expected.

Qualifications

• More than 8 years PQE.
• Experience in leading a team is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of quality, mixed work, including wills, trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
• Ensure all client work progresses efficiently, with regular updates on progress, fees, and disbursements.
• Participate in promoting the firm's services through marketing events and business development.

Skills

Client management

Tax and estate planning

Probate and trust administration

Education

Admission to the Solicitors Roll

Job description

Broadfield UK (formerly BDB Pitmans) is a law firm serving mid-market clients, with expertise across multiple practice areas and a strong commitment to client service. The team comprises entrepreneurial experts and leaders who provide tailored legal strategies and solutions. With offices in London, Cambridge, Reading, and Southampton, Broadfield UK has over 420 professionals dedicated to building lasting client relationships based on trust and integrity. In 2024, Broadfield UK became the founding member firm of Broadfield.

The team

Our Private Wealth team offers expert advice on UK tax and estate planning, trusts, trust administration, and landed estates. They collaborate closely with colleagues in other departments to assist individuals with matters related to residential property, employment, business affairs, and family law.

The opportunity

We are seeking a Legal Director (or ambitious Senior Associate) to ensure the continued success of the department, handling a diverse workload with a high-quality client base. Responsibilities include tax, trusts, and estate planning for private clients and professional/corporate trustees, including advice on wills, trusts, EPAs, LPAs, tax planning, trust administration, probate, and estate administration.

Responsibilities:

1. Manage a caseload of quality, mixed work, including wills, trusts, and Lasting Powers of Attorney.
2. Ensure all client work progresses efficiently, with regular updates on progress, fees, and disbursements.
3. Participate in promoting the firm’s services through marketing events, writing articles for newsletters and external journals, and engaging in business development activities.

Who we are looking for

Qualifications

• Admission to the Solicitors Roll

Knowledge/Experience

• 8+ years PQE (lower PQE candidates may also be considered)
• Experience leading a team is desirable but not essential