Private Client Solicitor (Head of Department)

Private Client Solicitor (Head of Department), 10+ Years PQE, Somerset, £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.

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.

ON OFFER:
• Competitive remuneration package
• Genuine career development

HOW TO APPLY
For more information, or to apply for this role contact Penny Trotman on 0121 454 1004 or email penny.trotman@enllegal.co.uk.

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