Head of Private Client Law

7 months ago


Darlington, United Kingdom Eventus Legal Full time

**Role Responsibilities**

The incoming Head of Private Client will be responsible for handling a diverse caseload of matters including Wills, LPAs and Estate Administrations. Court of Protection and Trust work is also available within the team, and you will gain excellent exposure to a varied caseload and possess a sensitive approach in handling these matters. You will support HNW individuals, commercial and agricultural clients to structure their estates and assets to minimise the impact of Inheritance Tax and Residential Care costs to secure wealth for future generations. You will work alongside financial advisors and accountants to achieve the best outcomes for his clients who he advises both locally, nationally and internationally.

You will also be responsible for managing and developing the Private client team, comprising around 6 private client professionals ranging from Solicitors to Paralegals.

**Person Specification**

As Head of Private Client you will have excellent knowledge in Private Client matters with a minimum of 5 years PQE, and ideally STEP membership or at least an interest in pursuing membership. You will have experience across all areas of Private Client law, assisting individuals, business owners and trustees with legal advice.

Importantly, any applicant will also be able to display:

- Good interpersonal and organisational skills, striving to simplify often technical areas for his clients and priding yourself on being a friendly and approachable solicitor for people often experiencing difficulties in their lives
- Ability to organise and prioritise your workload within the required timescales
- Good I.T skills

**Benefits and Rewards**

The Private Client Solicitor will be given a competitive holiday allowance (including your birthday as an extra day off), 6 monthly bonus scheme, pension and a supportive and welcoming work environment. The firm are currently implementing a new case-management system meaning hybrid working will be available permanently and they have a dedicated path for career progression, with this role either at Associate, Senior Associate depending on the experience of the individual, with discussion available for full-Directorship in due course.

**About the Company**

The incoming Head of Private Client will be joining an incredibly supportive firm located in Darlington with an outstanding reputation with clients. The firm operates as a close-knit team and are highly regarded in the local legal market. The position is arising due to a promotion in the organisation, and as such the current postholder will be in position to be able to support your transition and development.

**Next Steps**

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new position, please contact me at the details above for a confidential discussion on your career.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Part-time hours: 28-35 per week

**Salary**: £45,000.00-£60,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Additional leave
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Life insurance
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends

Supplemental pay types:

- Bonus scheme
- Performance bonus
- Yearly bonus

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Darlington



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