Head of Private Client
1 month ago
Bath
Location: Based in our Bath office, covering our 7 offices in the Southwest Team Size: 30 professionals Salary: Competitive, with excellent benefits Battens Solicitors is seeking an experienced and strategic leader to head our Private Client Department. This is a rare opportunity to take charge of a well‑established team, shape its future, and make a lasting impact across our network of offices. • Lead and manage a team of 30 across 7 offices., • Set and implement the department's strategic direction., • Ensure high standards of service in complex areas including trusts, wills, probate, and estate planning., • Oversee all aspects of employee management, with support from our HR team., • Handle client relationships with professionalism and care., • Lead and conduct business development., • The role will include growth, technical skill and supervision., • Running your own caseload., • Proven experience in team leadership and departmental management., • Strong expertise in private client law ideally including Trusts., • A collaborative and proactive approach to problem-solving., • Confidence in managing performance, mentoring staff, and driving growth., • Minimum 10 years PQE., • Group pension scheme with salary sacrifice and a 4% employer contribution., • Income protection., • 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with length of service., • Free conveyancing and discounted legal services., • Recruitment bonus scheme., • Birthday leave – enjoy an extra day off on your Birthday., • Employee Assistance Programme., • Critical illness cover., • Life assurance from your first day of employment. Ready to lead with purpose and make a difference? Apply now to join a firm that values expertise, innovation, and people. #J-18808-Ljbffr