Private Client Solicitor - Clear Progression - Head of Department Opportunity

QED Legal; Northwich; Sur place; GBP 80 000 - 110 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Pension scheme

On-site parking

Up to 25 days holiday + bank holidays

Christmas shutdown

Birthday off

Paid sick leave entitlement

Competitive salary

Head of Department progression

Résumé du poste

QED Legal Recruitment Limited is seeking a Senior Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established law firm in the Northwich area, stepping into a genuine Head of Department succession plan.

You will manage a small private client team, handle wills, probate, trusts, LPAs, and Court of Protection matters, build client relationships and contribute to business development while mentoring junior lawyers.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive.
• 3+ years PQE in Private Client matters.
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to manage a caseload independently.
• Ambitious with leadership opportunities.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Manage a small team and a varied caseload of: Wills, Probate & Estate Administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Court of Protection matters (where appropriate).
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Support business development activities.
• Mentor junior team members.
• Contribute to the future development of the department.

Connaissances

Client relationship management

Leadership / mentoring

Communication skills

Team management

Formation

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Description du poste

Senior Private Client Solicitor / Head of Department

Competitive Salary + Clear Progression Opportunity + Leading Law Firm

A rare opportunity has arisen for a Senior Private Client Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded law firm as part of a genuine Head of Department succession plan.

This role offers the chance to step into a senior position within a successful Private Client team, with a clear pathway to eventually lead the department. You'll handle a quality caseload while playing an increasingly important role in the team's future growth and direction.

The Role:

• Manage a small team and a varied caseload of: Wills, Probate & Estate Administration, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Court of Protection matters (where appropriate)
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Support business development activities
• Mentor junior team members
• Contribute to the future development of the department

About You:

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• 3+ years PQE in Private Client matters
• Strong technical knowledge and ability to manage a caseload independently
• Ambitious and interested in future leadership opportunities
• Excellent client care and communication skills

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Genuine Head of Department progression opportunity
• Pension scheme
• On-site parking
• Up to 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Christmas shutdown
• Birthday off
• Paid sick leave entitlement

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Private Client Lawyer looking to join a respected firm and take the next step towards departmental leadership.