Head of Department - Private Client

Recruiter
Location
Gloucester
Salary
£50000 - £70000 per annum
Posted
15 Feb 2021
Closes
16 Mar 2021
Ref
BH-32157-1
Job Title
Director
Category
Legal
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Private Client Solicitor (Head of Department) Gloucester 4yrs+ PQE

Specialist law firm that and is recognised across Gloucester is seeking to secure a Private Client Solicitor to head up their department. They are already well established in Gloucester but are looking to expand that further and bring on a new hire to lead the team.

As the Head of Private Client your work will be to motivate and develop the team, oversee workloads, and deliver both individual and team targets. You will conduct team meetings as well as attend HOD meetings.

Your workload will be in relation to Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, and capacity issues including deputyship. This means handling the preparation of Wills and advise on Trusts, capacity along with Inheritance Tax. You will also advise on Lasting Powers of Attorney, dealing with applications and registrations and Trusts including preparation of appropriate Trust Documents. You will also work with clients and the litigation team on Contentious Probate matters.

This is a chance to join a highly rated firm in Gloucester and have a crucial role in the development of the department.

Ideally you will be a Private Client Solicitor (4yrs+ PQE) with a proven track record of mentoring junior team members.