Head of Private Wealth Solicitor (c£120K+)
We are hiring a Head of Private Wealth Solicitor at Hedges Law. This senior role will lead high‑net‑worth private client services and shape the future of our private wealth practice.
Base Salary: up to £120,000 plus performance-based bonus, profit share and a range of benefits including company EV vehicle, pension scheme, salary sacrifice and extensive personal development support.
About the role
* Lead and grow a dedicated team of attorneys serving UK high‑net‑worth individuals and families.
* Provide expert legal advice on wills, trusts, succession planning, estate and probate matters.
* Develop and implement client‑focused service delivery models.
* Mentor and support junior solicitors and associate holders.
* Represent Hedges Law at industry events, networking and business development opportunities.
Responsibilities
* Deliver high‑quality legal services with outstanding client care.
* Draft complex wills, trusts and administer trusts and courts of protection matters.
* Provide strategic guidance to clients on succession and inheritance issues.
* Co‑ordinate cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless service delivery.
* Continuously improve processes and integrate new technologies.
Qualifications
* Qualified solicitor with significant private‑wealth experience.
* Strong client‑management and advisory skills.
* Excellent communication, organisational and time‑management skills.
* Leadership experience or strong potential to step into a leadership role.
* Tech‑savvy, keen to adopt a paperless, digital working environment.
* STEP qualification highly desirable (supported for development).
* Willingness to travel within 60 min of our offices in Oxford, Wallingford, Chipping Norton.
Benefits
* Competitive base salary & performance bonus.
* Company profit share and share‑holding programme.
* Company EV vehicle.
* Extensive career growth pathway to Associate Director.
* 25–28 days annual leave plus statutory holidays.
* Company pension, salary sacrifice scheme.
* Personal and professional coaching and development.
* Paperless technology infrastructure.
Job details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Legal
* Industries: Legal services
* Location: Oxfordshire / Cotswolds – within 60 min of our offices in Oxford, Wallingford, Chipping Norton.
To apply, please visit the Hedges Law career page or contact our recruitment partner. We encourage a diverse applicant pool and value equal opportunity.
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