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Head of Private Client

Sacco Mann
Posted a month ago, valid for 3 days
Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B27 6QS, England

Contract type

Full Time

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  • A respected law firm is seeking a Head of Private Client Solicitor to lead and innovate within their department.
  • The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 5-7 years' PQE in Private Client work and demonstrate strong leadership skills.
  • Key responsibilities include managing a varied caseload of Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Tax Planning, while mentoring a small team.
  • The position offers a competitive salary, along with benefits such as a pension scheme, private medical insurance, and free parking.
  • This role provides an opportunity for career progression in a supportive and collaborative work environment.

Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor ready to lead, innovate, and drive a department forward? A respected and progressive law firm is seeking a Head of Private Client Solicitor to join their leadership team and shape the future of their Private Client offering.

About the Firm* A well-established and highly regarded firm with a reputation for outstanding client care and professional excellence.* Offers a supportive, collaborative environment with genuine leadership and progression opportunities.* A real chance to make a lasting impact at leadership level.

Job RoleAs Head of Private Client, you will manage your own varied caseload and lead a small team, focusing on high-quality matters such as Wills, LPAs, Trusts, Probate, and Tax advice. You will play a key role in developing and expanding the department, mentoring team members, and ensuring exceptional client service.

Key Responsibilities* Managing a varied caseload of Wills, Trusts, Probate, Tax Planning, and LPAs.* Leading and mentoring a small team, providing support and supervision.* Driving strategic development, compliance, and best practice within the department.* Building strong client relationships and promoting the firm's services.* Managing team billing targets and operational efficiencies.* Playing an active role in the firm's wider leadership discussions.

Job Requirements* A qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5-7 years' PQE in Private Client work.* Demonstrable leadership and management experience.* Strong technical expertise across all areas of Private Client law.* Excellent communication, client care, and organisational skills.* Proactive, commercially aware, and passionate about growing a department.* Strong IT skills and familiarity with case management systems (advantageous).

What's on Offer* Competitive salary dependent on experience.* Pension scheme and private medical insurance.* Free parking.* Career progression to leadership and strategic roles.* A friendly, supportive, and forward-thinking work environment.

If you would be interested in knowing more about this Solihull based Head of Private Client role, please contact Jenny Vickerstaff on or email

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