Private Client Senior Solicitor (Head of Department)

Chadwick Nott; Farnham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional firm is seeking a Private Client Senior Solicitor to head their Private Client Department in Farnham. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse portfolio of private client work, including tax planning and drafting wills, within a supportive and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will possess a PQE level of 5+ and will play a key role in the firm's growth and reputation in private client services. Competitive salary between £60,000 to £75,000 depending on experience.

Qualifications

• PQE Level 5+ required.
• Strong understanding of private client law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of private client work including tax planning and estate administration.
• Lead the private client team as a Head of Department.
• Make strategic decisions for the team and influence the firm's reputation.

Skills

Tax planning

Drafting wills

Lasting Powers of Attorney

Estate administration

Trusts

Lifetime planning

Job description

Job title: Private Client Senior Solicitor (Head of Department)
Location: Farnham
Salary: £60k-£75k - depending on experience
PQE Level: 5+
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

My client is a well-established regional firm that consistently holds its own against larger competitors across Hampshire and beyond. As part of their ongoing growth, they are looking to expand their private client team and have an exciting opportunity for a lawyer to join their highly regarded practice as a Head of Department.

The role will involve a broad range of private client work, including but not limited to:

• Tax planning
• Drafting wills
• Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Estate administration
• Trusts
• Lifetime planning

The firm is known for delivering a tailored, client-focused service and has built a loyal client base thanks to its strong regional presence and reputation in private client law. The successful candidate will benefit from working in a collaborative and supportive team, with access to high-quality work and the chance to take on meaningful responsibility and autonomy-opportunities that are often harder to come by in larger firms. You will also have the chance to make strategic decisions on behalf of the team and make a lasting contribution to your individual and the firms reputations.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Surrey or the Southeast in general please do get in touch with Will Webster at Chadwick Nott:

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*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*