Solihull
We are seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking Private Client Solicitor to lead, reinvigorate, and expand our Private Client Department. This is a real opportunity for the successful candidate to be part of our leadership team, playing a pivotal role in shaping the future of the practice. If you have the drive to innovate, mentor and steer the strategic direction of a growing department, we want to hear from you. About the Role As Head of Department, you will manage a diverse caseload of Private Client matters, including Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trusts, Tax advice and Probate. You will also be responsible for motivating, guiding and growing a small team, ensuring high-quality service, and championing efficiency, compliance and best practice. This full-time role (9.00 am to 5.15 pm, Monday to Friday) is predominantly office-based, with occasional home visits. Key Responsibilities: • Meeting with existing and potential clients to provide expert advice on all areas of Wills, Lasting Powers of Attorney, Trust matters, Tax advice and Probate., • Liaising with clients and third parties in a professional and compassionate manner., • Processing files from start to finish in an effective and timely manner and in line with the company’s policies on file management., • Opening files and conducting necessary Client Due Diligence and risk management., • Ensuring clients are updated and advised at appropriate points in their matter., • Providing support to other fee earners when needed and covering when other fee earners in the department are away., • Line management responsibility for one fee earner and one assistant., • Preparing correspondence and documents using in-house software., • Managing client ledgers and complying with the Solicitors’ Accounts Rules., • Responsibility for the maintenance of our manual filing systems., • Closing files following the relevant processes., • Undertaking any specific training when required to do so and overall to have responsibility toward self-improvement., • Ensuring confidentiality of all the firm’s and clients’ documentation and information at all times., • Managing team billing targets., • Sharing knowledge Skills & Experience • A qualified Solicitor with at least 5-7 years PQE in private client work., • Demonstrable leadership skills and a genuine passion for revitalising and growing the department, • have excellent communication and inter-personal skills., • possess high levels of speed and accuracy., • be highly organised, methodical and adaptable., • have excellent and demonstrable IT skills particularly with the Microsoft Office suite and internet applications. Previous experience of case management software would be an advantage., • possess excellent time-management and prioritisation skills., • be able to offer adaptability and flexibility in the working environment., • have an understanding and knowledge of General Data Protection Regulations., • have an understanding and knowledge of the Solicitors Accounts Rules in relation to your area of work. In return we can offer you: • A chance to join the leadership team and guide the strategic development of the Private Client department, • A friendly and collaborative work environment, • Competitive salary (dependent on experience), • Pension scheme, • Private medical insurance, • Free parking, • Progression opportunities