Head of Private Client

Job Description

Role:
Head of Private Client

Location:

Coventry (with travel to other sites as required)

Salary:
Competitive dependent on experience

Permanent Full-Time

We are looking to recruit a permanent full-time experienced and motivated Head of Private Client to lead our clients well-established Private Client department. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Solicitor to take over the reins of an already established department and develop their career.

The role requires a professional with strong experience in trusts and complex matters coupled with the ability to lead a team providing clients with expert support across Wills, LPAs, Court of Protection and estate administration.

This position will be predominantly based out of the firm's Coventry office with occasional travel to other offices as required.

• Conduct private client matters on behalf of clients.
• Lead support and develop a team of experienced Private Client professionals.
• Ensure high-quality client service and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
• Maintain and grow strong relationships with clients providing exceptional service.
• Play a key role in the strategic development of the department.
• Participate in marketing and business development activities.
• Demonstrate sound financial management with particular regard to cash flow and billing procedures.

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years PQE in Private Client law.
• Ideally a full member of STEP or working towards qualification.
• Extensive experience across Wills, Trusts, LPAs, Probate and Estate Administration.
• Strong leadership skills capable of mentoring and developing a team.
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills.
• Commercially aware with a proactive approach to departmental growth.
• Full UK driving licence and access to own transport (due to office location and client visits).

• Competitive salary dependent on experience.
• 25 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) birthday leave and Christmas closure.
• Private medical insurance and achievable bonus scheme.
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate.
• Excellent career progression opportunities with full support for professional development.
• Modern offices with free parking strong administrative support and a friendly social working environment.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an ambitious and experienced Private Client Solicitor to lead a respected forward-thinking department within a growing and supportive firm.