At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a thriving legal department while advising clients on private client matters.
- Company: Dynamic law firm in Somerset with a focus on collaboration and excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive workplace welcoming applicants from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Shape the future of a successful team and make a real impact in clients' lives.
- Qualifications: 10+ years PQE in private client law with strong leadership skills.
The predicted salary is between 75000 - 75000 £ per year.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished leader looking to shape the future of a thriving department while continuing to deliver exceptional legal advice to clients.
THE ROLE:
- As Head of Department, you will play a pivotal role in driving the team's continued success, providing strategic leadership and fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence and client care.
- This is a varied leadership position combining technical legal work, people management and business development.
- You will oversee a successful department located across several offices, ensuring the team delivers consistently high standards of service while supporting its ongoing growth and development.
- Alongside your leadership responsibilities, you will maintain your own portfolio of private client matters, advising individuals and families on a broad range of issues including wills, estate administration, trusts, tax and succession planning, and lasting powers of attorney.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Applications are sought from private Client Solicitors with a minimum of 10 Years PQE looking for that next step in their career.
- Significant expertise across wills, probate, estate administration and succession planning, with trusts experience highly desirable.
- A proven track record of leading, developing and motivating successful legal teams.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify and deliver business development opportunities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and approachable leadership style.
- Confidence in supervising complex legal work, supporting colleagues and maintaining exceptional standards of client service.
ON OFFER:
- Competitive remuneration package
- Genuine career development
At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.
Care Solicitor - Head of Department in Somerset employer: Executive Network Legal Limited
Executive Network Legal Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a strong focus on hybrid working, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits, including generous annual leave and wellness support, the firm fosters a collaborative and dynamic work culture where experienced solicitors can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the field of dispute resolution.
Contact Details:
Executive Network Legal Limited Recruitment Team
