Legal Director (Private Client)

Pertemps; England; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in Worcestershire is seeking an experienced Legal Director to lead their Private Client team. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload, ensuring high-quality legal services while driving business growth. Candidates must have over 5 years of PQE and strong leadership skills. A competitive salary and benefits, including group life insurance and a pension scheme, are on offer.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Group Life Insurance

Company pension scheme

Career progression plans

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 Years PQE as a Private Client Solicitor.
• Experience in drafting and administering trusts and settlements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Shape the future of the department through strategic legal services.
• Lead and supervise the Private Client team.
• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters.
• Engage in business development to enhance client relationships.

Skills

Private Client experience

Leadership and team management

Inheritance tax knowledge

Outstanding client care

IT proficiency in Microsoft Office

Job description

Legal Director (Private Client), 5+ Years PQE, Worcestershire, £75,000+ (DOE)

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THE ROLE:

• You'll play a strategic role in shaping the future of the department, delivering high-quality legal services, and driving business growth.
• Lead and supervise a high-performing Private Client team, providing guidance and mentoring to support their development.
• Manage a varied caseload of private client matters including wills, estate planning, trusts, powers of attorney, and estate administration.
• Champion business development activities, building lasting client relationships and enhancing the firm’s regional reputation.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Applications are sought from Private Client Solicitors with a minimum of 5 Years PQE.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management experience.
• Candidates need to have knowledge of inheritance tax, trust and estate taxation, and experience in drafting and administering trusts and settlements.
• Outstanding client care and communication skills with a keen eye for detail.
• Strong time management, organisation, and IT proficiency across Microsoft Office and case management systems.

ON OFFER:

• Competitive salary.
• Group Life Insurance.
• Company pension scheme.
• Career progression plans & mentoring for professional qualifications.

For more information or to apply for this role contact Penny Trotman on 0121 454 1004 or email [e-mail].

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