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Private Client Solicitor (Head of Department), 10+ Years PQE, Somerset, GBP 75,000+ (DOE)
This is an outstanding opportunity for an accomplished leader looking to shape the future of a thriving department while continuing to deliver exceptional legal advice to clients.
JOB REF: 4664
The Role
As Head of Department, you will play a pivotal role in driving the team's continued success, providing strategic leadership and fostering a culture of collaboration, excellence, and client care.
- This is a varied leadership position combining technical legal work, people management, and business development.
- You will oversee a successful department located across several offices, ensuring the team delivers consistently high standards of service while supporting its ongoing growth and development.
- Alongside your leadership responsibilities, you will maintain your own portfolio of private client matters, advising individuals and families on a broad range of issues including wills, estate administration, trusts, tax and succession planning, and lasting powers of attorney.
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Skills Required
Applications are sought from Private Client Solicitors with a minimum of 10 Years PQE looking for that next step in their career.
- Significant expertise across wills, probate, estate administration, and succession planning, with trusts experience highly desirable.
- A proven track record of leading, developing, and motivating successful legal teams.
- Strong commercial awareness and the ability to identify and deliver business development opportunities.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, with a collaborative and approachable leadership style.
- Confidence in supervising complex legal work, supporting colleagues, and maintaining exceptional standards of client service.


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On Offer
- Competitive remuneration package
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How
For more information, or for this role contact Penny Trotman on 454 or email
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