Wills, Probate and Trust Team Lead

3 days ago


Derby, Derby, United Kingdom Regional Recruitment Services Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Senior Solicitor to lead our Private Clients Department. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a team of solicitors, paralegals, and legal secretaries, providing expert advice and guidance on complex cases.

Main Responsibilities:

The main responsibilities of this role include:

  • Leading the Private Clients Department on a day-to-day basis
  • Developing new business opportunities and expanding existing client relationships
  • Ensuring compliance with the SRA code of practice
  • Supervising and delegating work to trainee solicitors, paralegals and legal secretaries
  • Performance managing team members in respect of quality and quantity of work undertaken
Requirements:

To be successful in this role, you will need to have at least 6 years PQE as a solicitor and a proven track record in delivery and attainment of individual and group targets. You will also need to have evidence of team management, strong leadership skills, and a professional approach to work.

Able to instill client confidence, demonstrates integrity, attention to detail & accuracy, excellent communication skills, commercial awareness, and negotiating skills are all essential requirements for this role.

The estimated salary for this position is £80,000-£110,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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