Head of Private Client - Partner in Staffordshire

Job description

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking legal leader to take on the role of Director & Regional Head of Private Client for multiple offices. This is an outstanding opportunity for a seasoned Private Client Solicitor who can combine technical expertise with strategic leadership and deliver exemplary client service.

What the Role Involves:

• Provide strategic leadership across multiple offices, guiding teams to consistently deliver first-class client service and operational excellence.
• Oversee and manage a varied and often complex caseload, covering wills, trusts, estates, and sensitive high-value matters.
• Shape departmental strategy by making informed decisions that strengthen performance and enhance client outcomes.
• Support the growth and development of colleagues by identifying training needs, mentoring team members, and ensuring succession planning.
• Build strong, lasting client relationships while actively contributing to business development and new client acquisition.
• Work collaboratively with senior stakeholders to influence the wider direction of the practice and drive future success.

About you:

• A fully qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with substantial experience in Private Client
• Highly knowledgeable in estate administration, inheritance tax, trust and estate taxation, complex wills, deeds of variation, and powers of attorney.
• A genuine leader: intuitive, communicative, empathetic, and capable of motivating and developing your team.
• A strategic thinker with a strong commercial mindset, keen organisational skills, and excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptionally well-organised, proactive, and adept at juggling multiple priorities.
• Comfortable with IT tools such as MS Office and driven by a solutions-oriented approach.

Benefits:

• Generous Salary with yearly reviews
• Bonus scheme
• Generous holiday allowance
• Life insurance
• Enhanced sick pay
• Private healthcare benefits

Ready to make your next career move?

If you’re the kind of leader who combines legal excellence with vision and people-first leadership, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV and supporting documents to the dmiller@venngroup.com

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Staffordshire

Type of Contract

Part-time jobs

Published at

16-09-2025

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English