Private Clients Solicitor Head of Department

Michael Page (UK); Ivy Chimneys; On-site; GBP 75,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected professional services firm in Epping is seeking a Head of Department for their Private Clients Solicitor division. The ideal candidate will lead the Wills, Trusts & Probate Team, oversee various private client matters, and focus on business development. With a competitive salary of £75,000 to £80,000, this permanent role offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Opportunities for career progression

Comprehensive support for professional growth

Qualifications

• Significant experience in wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and elderly client matters.
• Excellent technical knowledge with commitment to professional standards.
• Ability to motivate and develop a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Wills, Trusts & Probate Team.
• Manage a team of solicitors and legal executives.
• Play a key role in business development and client management.

Skills

Experience in private client law

Leadership or management experience

Strong business development skills

Education

Qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive

STEP qualification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

• Lead a respected and established private client team
• Enjoy a high level of autonomy and support from the firm's leadership

About Our Client

This firm is known for its long-standing reputation, approachable culture, and commitment to delivering high-quality legal services. The environment is collaborative and supportive, with a strong focus on professional development and client care.

Job Description

As Head of Department, you will:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction for the Wills, Trusts & Probate Team
• Oversee a broad range of private client matters, including complex wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and elderly client advice
• Manage and develop a team of solicitors and legal executives, supporting their professional growth and ensuring high standards of client care
• Play a key role in business development, client relationship management, and the ongoing success of the department
• Collaborate with the wider firm's leadership to contribute to firm-wide strategy and initiatives
• Maintain and enhance the department's reputation for technical excellence and compassionate client service

The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a qualified solicitor or chartered legal executive with significant experience in private client law, ideally with previous leadership or management experience
• Demonstrate a strong track record in wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, and elderly client matters
• Possess excellent technical knowledge and a commitment to maintaining high professional standards
• Be an inspiring leader, able to motivate and develop a team, and foster a collaborative and positive working environment
• Have strong business development skills and the ability to build and maintain client relationships
• Be commercially astute, strategic, and proactive in identifying opportunities for growth and improvement
• Hold or be working towards the STEP qualification (preferred but not essential)

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary package ranging from £75,000 to £80,000 per annum.
• Permanent role within a respected professional services firm in Epping.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• Engaging work environment with a focus on delivering client excellence.
• Comprehensive support for professional growth and skill enhancement.

If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career as a Private Clients Solicitor Head of Department, apply today to join this reputable firm in Epping.