Overview
This well-established law firm is seeking a Legal Director to join its respected Private Client team in Southport. The firm advises a diverse and high-profile client base, including agricultural businesses, professional footballers, and media personalities. The successful candidate will manage a broad caseload of private wealth matters and play a key role in developing client relationships and mentoring junior team members. This is a fantastic opportunity for a senior solicitor ready to step into a leadership role, or an existing Legal Director seeking a fresh challenge in a thriving coastal town.
Responsibilities
* Manage a broad caseload of private wealth matters.
* Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients.
* Mentor and develop junior team members.
* Lead or contribute to the growth and strategy of the Private Client team.
Qualifications
* Private Client Solicitor with at least 6 years’ PQE.
* Experience advising agricultural clients and high-net-worth individuals.
* Strong technical knowledge across the full spectrum of private client work.
* Commercially astute and confident in client-facing roles.
* STEP membership preferred.
* Leadership experience or ambition to step into a senior role.
Benefits
* Competitive salary – £65k to £90k DOE.
* Performance-based bonus.
* Hybrid working options.
* Pension plan.
* Life insurance – 4x salary.
* Employee Assistance Programme.
* Full benefits package.
How to Apply
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone.
Contact: Paul Wingfield (Retained Consultant)
Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140
Mobile: 07581 469 779 Email: paul.wingfield@williamjamesrecruitment.com
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