Head of Private Client
Hot Job
- Leadership role in a well-established Yorkshire firm
- Manage, mentor and grow the Private Client team in Huddersfield
- £45,000–£70,000 | Hybrid working | Leadership development | Strong benefits
If you’re an experienced Private Client Solicitor ready to step up or already leading a team, this is an excellent opportunity to take the reins of a long-standing, highly regarded department and drive forward its continued success.
With a broad caseload, a close-knit team and backing from a well-respected Divisional Director, this role combines hands-on technical work with strategic team leadership in a flexible, forward-thinking law firm.
Who we’re looking for
- 5+ PQE Private Client Solicitor
- Strong track record of supervising or managing others
- Experience running a varied caseload of wills, trusts, probate, estate planning
- Excellent client care and communication skills
- Strong organisational and time management abilities
- Confident decision-maker with a collaborative leadership style
- Some exposure to business development or marketing would be a bonus
What you’ll be doing
- Lead and manage the Private Client team based in Huddersfield
- Supervise, mentor and develop junior team members
- Handle a large and varied caseload to a high standard
- Maintain excellent client care and uphold compliance procedures
- Support business development and marketing where appropriate
- Report directly to the Divisional Director and work closely with leadership across the firm
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: £45,000–£70,000 depending on experience
- Bonus: Two non-contractual bonuses per year
- Holiday: 25 days + Bank Holidays + Birthday + Life Admin Days + long service leave
- Wellbeing:
- Dedicated employee health care scheme
- Employee assistance and mental health support
- Health and wellbeing initiatives
- Hybrid working: Available following a training period
- Pension scheme
- Christmas shutdown and social events
📩 Contact Bill Szajna-Hopgood
Call 03300 245 606 or email bill.szajnahopgood@realmrecruit.com to learn more or apply confidentially.
Key details
Salary
£52,000 - £70,000
Location
- West Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-52417
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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