Clear IT Recruitment Ltd
Head of Private Client Department
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An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head of Department to join my clients highly regarded Private Client team in their Newcastle offices.
The experience expected from applicants, as well as additional skills and qualifications needed for this job are listed below.
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.
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Skills & 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.
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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.
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