At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and grow the Private Client / Probate team while managing complex estates and probate matters.
- Company: An ambitious East Sussex firm offering a greenfield opportunity to shape a new department.
- Benefits: Highly competitive salary, flexible hybrid working, and full autonomy to build your department.
- Other info: Located in Saint Leonards-on-Sea, this position allows for strategic impact and leadership influence.
- Why this job: This role offers a unique chance to create and develop your own Probate and Private Client function.
- Qualifications: You must be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with experience in complex probate matters.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Lead, Build, and Shape Your Own Department
St Leonards, East Sussex | Hybrid Working Available
Are you an experienced Private Client Solicitor ready to step into a true leadership role—where your ideas, expertise, and ambition will directly shape a thriving department? An ambitious and forward‑thinking East Sussex firm is offering a rare opportunity to take the helm as Head of Private Client. This is more than just a management role—it’s a genuine chance to build and lead a department in your own vision, with full backing from a supportive partnership.
Why This Role Stands Out
- Greenfield opportunity – create, develop, and grow your own Probate and Private Client function
- Autonomy and influence – shape team structure, processes, and service delivery
- Strategic impact – play a key role in driving the firm’s long-term direction
- Quality work – high-value, complex estates and private client matters
The Opportunity
You’ll combine high-quality earning with leadership and strategic input—making a tangible impact from day one. Key aspects of the role include:
- Leading and growing the Private Client / Probate team
- Managing a varied caseload of complex estates, probate, wills, and trusts
- Recruiting, mentoring, and developing talented lawyers and support staff
- Establishing best‑in‑class processes and ensuring regulatory excellence
- Driving profitability, client experience, and departmental performance
- Contributing to the firm’s wider growth strategy and reputation
About You
You’re a senior Private Client professional who is:
- A qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
- Experienced in handling complex probate and estate administration matters
- A natural leader (or ready to step into leadership) with strong people skills
- Commercially astute, with a strategic and growth‑focused mindset
- Ideally STEP qualified—or motivated to achieve it
What You’ll Receive
- Highly competitive salary aligned with your seniority and impact
- Flexible hybrid working to support work-life balance
- Full autonomy to build and lead your department
- A collaborative, supportive culture that values your input
- Clear, long‑term career progression and leadership influence
Your Next Step
If you’re looking for a role where you can leave a lasting legacy, lead from the front, and truly make your mark, this is a standout opportunity.
How to Apply:
- Online: Apply with your updated CV via the provided link.
- Contact: For immediate consideration, contact Robert Rowland at G2 Legal.
We look forward to hearing from you.
Head of Private Client / Probate / Hybrid in Saint Leonards-on-Sea in St Leonards employer: Energy Jobline ZR
Join a forward-thinking firm in East Sussex that values collaboration and supports your career progression. Enjoy flexible hybrid working and a culture that encourages your input. This is a unique chance to lead a new department and make a significant impact.
