Head of Department- Private Client

Head of Private Client | Top Tier L500, HNW Chambers & Times Best Law Firm Accredited | South-East London | Hybrid Working 2-3 Days Per WeekThe Firm:

This is a long-established, well-regarded law firm with a strong private client heritage and a clear focus on growth . The firm combines stability with a progressive mindset , offering senior lawyers the autonomy to shape their practice while being supported by a collaborative and ambitious culture .

Private Client is central to the firm\’s future plans , and the Probate and Court of Protection offering is ready to move into its next phase.

The Role:

This is a leadership opportunity for an experienced Private Client solicitor to take ownership of a growing department . Currently a small team, the practice has a strong platform and clear appetite for expansion.

You will manage complex probate, estates, trusts and Court of Protection work, while setting the strategic direction of the department. Alongside fee-earning, you will mentor and develop the team , grow Court of Protection services, and play a visible role in business development .

This is a role with genuine influence and long-term potential .

Why this role?

Lead and grow your own department – real autonomy, not a title-only role

Clear route to partnership – progression is built into the opportunity

Hybrid working (2-3 days from home) – flexibility supported by firm culture

High-quality, complex private client work – including estates, tax and Court of Protection

Supportive, ambitious firm – freedom to build, backed by an established platform

The Candidate & Benefits:

You will be a Senior Private Client Solicitor with strong technical expertise and leadership capability.

Qualification as a Solicitor in England & Wales with significant probate and estate experience

Solid Court of Protection knowledge and exposure to complex matters

Experience supervising or leading others

A commercial, growth-focused mindset

A professional, empathetic approach to clients

STEP qualification (or working towards) and contentious probate experience are advantageous.

Competitive salary, dependent on experience

Hybrid working: 2-3 days per week from home

25 days\’ annual leave

Pension scheme

Health cash-back plan

A clear pathway to partnership

Apply now for immediate consideration.

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