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.