Key Responsibilities and Duties
• Lead and manage the Private Client team, fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous development.
• Provide expert legal advice on wills, trusts, estate planning, probate, and tax matters.
• Provide regular supervision, guidance, and training to ensure technical excellence and career progression across the team.
• Develop and implement departmental strategy aligned with the firm’s overall goals.
• Drive business development initiatives.
• Promote a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing and continuous improvement are encouraged.
• Ensure compliance with all legal, regulatory, and firm-wide policies.
Skils & Experience:
• Qualified solicitor with 8 years+ PQE in private client work.
• Strong technical knowledge of estate planning, trusts, tax, and probate.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a supportive and approachable leadership style.
• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory experience, with a genuine interest in team development.
• Commercially astute with a proactive approach to business development.
• STEP qualification (or working towards) is highly desirable.
About the Team:
The current team includes an associate solicitor, solicitor, trainee solicitor, paralegal, two personal assistants, a customer relationship manager and an administration assistant. You will also be part of the wider management team of partners and department heads.
What's on Offer:
• A leadership role in a respected and forward-thinking firm.
• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Competitive salary, performance-based bonus, and comprehensive benefits package.
Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Salary description
£50000.00 - £75000.00 per year