Private Client Head Of Department

Simpson Judge; Royal Leamington Spa; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Leamington Spa is seeking an experienced Solicitor to lead their Private Client Department. This role includes managing a team, overseeing diverse client matters, and playing a key role in business development. The firm offers a competitive salary of £70,000 - £90,000 alongside excellent benefits and hybrid working arrangements.

Benefits

Career development opportunities

Firm-wide support

Hybrid working arrangement

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in private client matters.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Desire to shape and grow the department.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a successful Private Client team.
• Oversee a varied caseload including wills, probate, trusts, and more.
• Drive strategy and performance within the department.

Skills

Leadership

Client management

Commercial mindset

Education

Qualified Solicitor (8+ PQE)

Job description

Overview

Role - Head of Private Client Department

Firm - Leading Regional Law Firm

Location - Leamington Spa

Working Arrangements - Hybrid Working (2-3 days office-based)

Salary - £70,000 - £90,000 DOE + excellent benefits

I am working exclusively with a highly regarded regional law firm who are seeking an experienced Private Client solicitor to step into the role of Head of Department. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a forward-thinking practice with an established client base and a supportive, collaborative culture.

The Role

• Lead and manage a successful Private Client team.
• Oversee a varied caseload including wills, probate, trusts, estate planning, lasting powers of attorney and more.
• Play a key role in business development and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Drive strategy and performance within the department.
• Mentor, develop and support junior team members.

About You

• A qualified Solicitor (8+ PQE) with extensive experience in private client matters.
• Proven leadership and people management skills.
• Strong client-facing ability and a commercial mindset.
• Desire to shape and grow the department further.

The Offer

• Competitive salary of £70,000 - £85,000 depending on experience.
• Hybrid working (2-3 days in the office, the rest from home).
• Clear leadership role within a respected and growing regional firm.
• Excellent career development opportunities and firm-wide support.

If you\'re looking for a senior role where you can combine high-quality client work with team leadership and departmental strategy, this could be the perfect next step.

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