Private Client Solicitor Head of Department

Head of Private Client - Newcastle upon Tyne

Lead a team. Shape a department. Make a meaningful difference.

We're delighted to be working with a well-established and highly regarded legal practice in Newcastle upon Tyne to recruit an experienced Head of Private Client to lead and develop their Private Client department.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious Private Client lawyer who is ready to take the next step into a senior leadership position. You'll combine your technical expertise with strong people leadership, commercial awareness and a genuine commitment to delivering an exceptional client experience.

The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the department, supporting the development of colleagues, driving operational performance and maintaining the highest standards of legal service.

The Role

As Head of Private Client, you'll have overall responsibility for the leadership, performance and development of the department.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing strategic leadership and direction for the Private Client department.
• Managing, mentoring and developing solicitors, fee earners and support staff.
• Overseeing a varied Private Client caseload, with particular expertise in wills, probate and related matters.
• Ensuring the department delivers consistently high standar...