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Private Client Director

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  • 10+ PQE
  • Top tier, multi-accredited firm
  • High-end caseload and business development responsibilities
  • Career progression to senior status
  • Excellent salary with flexible hybrid working

 

An esteemed legal firm is looking to appoint an experienced Head of Private Client to join their team as Director. This is a remarkable opportunity for a motivated legal professional seeking a role with high-reward engagements and room for progression.

This firm, known for its exceptional client care, provides the freedom of flexible working with two days of home-based work per week. The role assures a significant impact at senior level engagement and has the potential to become a recognisable face of the dedicated Private Client team. With an excellent reputation and high-quality work, the real benefit lies in focusing on your area of expertise without the burden of the admin side of supervising.

As the Private Client Director, you will navigate complex wills and probate matters, administer high-net-worth estates and trusts, all whilst working collaboratively on business development and wider business objectives. This is a fantastic opportunity to become a highly valued member of a well-established private client team.

You’ll excel in this role if you are an experienced Solicitor, Legal Executive or Fee Earner with at least 10 years’ PQE or equivalent. You will possess substantial knowledge of wills, probate, estate and trust practice, and have demonstrable experience in business development.

Recognised as one of the leading practices in the region, this firm upholds an enviable reputation for fostering successful professional relationships. Their values applaud a combination of tradition and innovation, making it an excellent place to accelerate your career.

If you’re driven by excellence, client satisfaction and the opportunity to make a substantial impact in a prestigious firm, don’t hesitate to apply.

How to apply for this role

If this sounds like the job for you, you can apply via this website by clicking ‘Apply’.

Alternatively, contact Bill Szajna Hopgood at Realm Recruit to learn more about this opportunity or register your interest.

Bill is an Associate Consultant at Realm and specialises in the recruitment of private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate lawyers. Working with departments across Yorkshire, he recruits for private client roles at all levels, from paralegal to partner. If you’re a private client solicitor looking to make a move, Bill can help you find the right role.

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Key details

Salary

£65,000 - £75,000

Location

  • South Yorkshire

Role type

  • Hybrid working

Contract type

  • Permanent

Practice area

Private Client

Job ref

V-37190-3

Bill-Szajna-Hopgood
Bill Szajna-Hopgood

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Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate lawyers in Yorkshire.

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