Head of Department - Private Client

Head of Department - Private Client

Battens Solicitors Limited – Join to apply for this role.

Location:

Based in our Wareham 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.

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