Head of Private Client Solicitor

Head of Private Client Department - Partner

Location: Dorset (with oversight across multiple offices)

Salary: Competitive + excellent benefits

My client is a Legal 500 law firm who is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to lead a highly respected Private Client Department, consisting of 30 team members across all offices. This is an exceptional career opportunity for a senior lawyer seeking a strategic leadership role within a forward-thinking, well-established firm.

As a Head of Private Client, you'll shape the future of a thriving department, develop our people and play a key role in firmwide growth.

About the Role

In this senior leadership position, you will:

• Lead, mentor and develop a team of 30 across multiple offices in the South West
• Set and deliver the department's strategic direction
• Maintain high-quality standards across all Private Client services, including wills, trusts, probate, estate administration and estate planning
• Manage staff performance, progression and recruitment (supported by our HR team)
• Build and maintain strong client relationships
• Drive business development and support firmwide growth initiatives
• Oversee supervision, technical excellence and risk management
• Manage your own caseload of complex matters

Required experience includes:

• 10+ years PQE in Private Client law
• Proven experience leading teams or managing a department
• Strong expertise in trusts, tax and estate planning
• A collaborative, motivational leadership style
• Confidence in mentoring, performance management and driving positive change
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and business development

If you're a senior Private Client Solicitor seeking a leadership role where you can make a real impact, I would love to hear from you.