Head of Private Client Department
Location: Based in our Poundbury 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.
As Head of Department, you will:
· 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
What We’re Looking For
· 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
Benefits Package
We offer a generous and supportive benefits package, including:
· 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
Ready to lead with purpose and make a difference? Apply now to join a firm that values expertise, innovation, and people.