Head of Private Client
- Genuine succession opportunity with a clear pathway to Director
- Inherit a well-established caseload and client base
- Lead and shape a growing Private Client department with real autonomy
Most Head of Department opportunities involve replacing someone who’s already left.
This one is different.
You’ll join while the current Head of Department remains in place, allowing you to benefit from a structured handover, inherit an established client base, and gradually take ownership of a thriving Private Client department.
This is a rare chance to step into a true succession role rather than being expected to rebuild from scratch.
Who we’re looking for
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive
- Strong experience across Private Client matters
- Comfortable handling wills, probate, LPAs, trusts and estate planning
- Leadership or supervisory experience advantageous
- Commercially aware and growth-minded
- Approachable, collaborative and client-focused
- Looking for a long-term leadership opportunity
What you’ll be doing
- Managing a broad Private Client caseload
- Leading and developing the department
- Supporting and supervising team members
- Taking over existing client relationships
- Helping shape the future structure and growth of the team
- Contributing to wider business planning and recruitment
Salary & Benefits
- Potential flexibility for exceptional candidates
- Clear pathway to Director level
- Hybrid working (typically 4 days office / 1 day WFH initially)
- Part-time and compressed hours considered
- STEP support
- Medicash, virtual GP and counselling support
- Pension and death in service
- 23-28 days holiday plus Christmas closure
- Holiday purchase scheme
- Discounted legal services
- Strong social and team culture
Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
📩 bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Key details
Salary
£60,000 - £75,000
Location
- North Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-65594
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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