At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a dynamic team of 30 in delivering top-notch private client legal services.
- Company: Join a reputable legal firm with a strong presence across the Southwest.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, generous leave, and unique perks like birthday leave.
- Other info: Collaborative environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a leadership role while shaping the future of private client law.
- Qualifications: 10+ years PQE in private client law with proven leadership experience.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Location
On site / Wareham BH20, UK
Job type
Permanent / Full-time
Sector and subsector
Legal | Private Practice
Salary
- Negotiable salary
- Head of Private Client Department
Based in our Wareham office, covering our 7 offices in the Southwest. Team size: 30 professionals. Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits.
Responsibilities
- Lead and manage a team of 30 across 7 offices.
- Set and implement the department’s strategic direction.
- Ensure high standards of service in complex areas including trusts, wills, probate, and estate planning.
- Oversee all aspects of employee management with support from HR.
- Handle client relationships with professionalism and care.
- Lead and conduct business development.
- Drive growth, technical skill and supervision.
- Run own caseload.
- What We’re Looking For
- Proven experience in team leadership and departmental management.
- Strong expertise in private client law, ideally including trusts.
- A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Confidence in managing performance, mentoring staff, and driving growth.
- Minimum 10 years PQE.
Benefits Package
- Group pension scheme with salary sacrifice and a 4% employer contribution.
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with length of service.
- Free conveyancing and discounted legal services.
- Recruitment bonus scheme.
- Birthday leave – extra day off on your Birthday.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Critical illness cover.
- Life assurance from your first day of employment.
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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Department - Private Client in Wareham
Team Leadership
Departmental Management
Private Client Law
Trusts Expertise
Problem-Solving Skills
Performance Management
Mentoring
