Head of Department - Private Client
- Recruiter
- Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
- Location
- England, Somerset, Midsomer Norton
- Salary
- Negotiable
- Posted
- 15 Nov 2022
- Closes
- 13 Dec 2022
- Ref
- 4321506
- Contact
- Joshua Charlesworth
- Job Title
- Head of Department
- Practice Area
- Private Client
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive - Head of Department - Midsomer Norton
Your Employer
Our client is looking for either a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 4+ PQE to head up their Private Client department in Midsomer Norton. If you have less than 4 years PQE you will still be encouraged to apply. The position is predominantly office based due to the seniority of the position and the responsibilities you will take on, but our client is open to discussing hybrid working conditions on a case-by-case basis. This role offers you an exciting and rare opportunity to manage a department at a competitive firm, and this position is ideal for those who have prior experience in leadership and management roles seeking to take the next steps in their career.
Your New Role
Your new role will require you to take control of the day-to-day management of our client's Private Client department, where you will be responsible for monitoring and distributing matters, supervising fee-earning work undertaken by junior members of the department, and building the business of your department. Prior management experience in Private Client is ideal. The role offers you the chance to recognise fee-earning opportunities and help develop those opportunities for your department. You will be expected to practice good management techniques, such as ensuring compliance with company policies, complete time recordings, take responsibility for financial control including managing the cash flow for the team through billing and payment procedures, and to maintain orderly and up-to-date files.
What You'll Need to Succeed
To succeed in this role, you will need to bring in your previous management and leadership experience while also utilising interpersonal skills to gel with your department. You will ideally have previous experience and training in Private Client so you can hit the ground running and make an impact in your new role as soon as you arrive. Ideally, you will have 4 years PQE behind you, but our client is open to considering candidates with less post-qualified experience. You will need to demonstrate an abundance of leadership qualities with a keen eye for detail to help propel your department and firm forward.
What You'll Get in Return
This opportunity is fantastic if you have an ambition to excel your career in a management and leadership role. You will have the opportunity to build your own relationships, grow a network of connections for your new department's business development, and continue expanding your own leadership experience with a supportive department. Our client is also open to discussing the possibility of hybrid working conditions on a case-by-case basis. You will have access to a competitive full-time salary that is dependent on experience, as well as a generous benefits package including 5 weeks holiday, options to join a health cash plan, and a bonus scheme.
What You Need to do Now
If you are interested in applying for this position, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job is not quite right for you but you are looking for a new role or opportunity, please contact Joshua Charlesworth in complete confidence at Hays. INDHLEG
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