Location: Knowle, Solihull
Salary: Highly competitive + bonus + benefits
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
The Opportunity
A prestigious regional law firm is seeking a senior Private Client specialist to head up its well-established Private Client department based in Knowle, Solihull. This is a rare opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded leader to shape and develop a department that services a high-net-worth client base, with work spanning tax planning, trusts, estates, and complex wills and probate matters.
You will be taking ownership of a successful team, leading both day-to-day operations and long-term strategy, while continuing to provide exceptional client service and driving business development across the region.
Key Responsibilities
?? Strategic Leadership
* Define and deliver the strategic vision for the Private Client division
* Set growth targets and implement operational improvements aligned with the firms wider objectives
* Ensure robust compliance with all regulatory and internal requirements
?? Client Relationship Management
* Manage and grow a portfolio of HNW and UHNW clients, delivering tailored advice and support
* Serve as the senior point of contact for key referrals and high-profile client relationships
* Promote a culture of discretion, trust, and service excellence
?? Team Leadership
* Lead, inspire and manage a well-rounded team including solicitors, executives, and support staff
* Conduct regular reviews, training and mentoring to ensure high standards of performance and development
* Foster a collaborative, client-centric department culture
?? Business Development
* Drive new instructions through networking, partnerships, and relationship management
* Identify opportunities for cross-selling across the firms other departments
* Represent the firm at events, seminars and in thought leadership forums
About You
* Minimum 10 years PQE in Private Client work, ideally with experience advising HNWIs and complex estates
* Demonstrable leadership experience within a law firm or professional services environment
* STEP qualification (or working towards) strongly preferred
* Outstanding client handling, interpersonal and communication skills
* Commercially astute with a strategic mindset and strong business development track record
* Deep technical expertise in estate planning, tax, trusts and probate matters
Whats on Offer
* Senior leadership role within a highly reputable and financially robust firm
* Competitive salary package with bonus potential
* Full professional support and autonomy to grow the department
* Supportive, progressive working culture
* Opportunity to help shape long-term strategy within the firm
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